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The Journal of the 3 rd East Anglian Regiment. (I 6 t h / 4 4 t h F o o t )

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PACE PAGE The Colonel of the Regiment 232 The 3rd East Anglian Regiment (16th/ Regimental Notes 232 44th Foot) Nominal Rolls of Officers, W.O.’s, and Sergeants 250 Regimental Christmas Cards 232 tst Battalion Notes 252 Regimental Diary 232 The East Anglian Brigade Depot Notes 261 Regimental Ties 232 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment The Regimental Calendar 233 (T.A.) Notes 264 The Regimental Chapel 233 tst Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment The 16th Foot Museum 234 (T.A.) Notes 265 The Essex Regiment Museum 234 The 5th Bedfordshire/1 st Hertfordshire Recruiting 234 Regiment (T.A.) Notes 266 Regimental Exhibition 235 4th Bn. The Essex Regiment (T.A.) Notes 268 The 3rd East Anglian Regiment (16th/ 44th Foot) Dinner Club 236 The Essex Army Cadet Force Notes 270 The Army Benevolent Fund 237 The 3rd East Anglian Regiment (16th/ N.A.E.R.S.S.A. 237 44th Foot) 271 Royal United Service Institution 238 Regimental Remembrance Sunday November 20, i960 N.A.A.F.I. 239 271 Operation “ Pay Cheque ” 239 Annual Summer Re-Union, 1961 273 Dunkirk Veterans’ Association 239 The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Association — Notes from The Army Art Society 239 Branches ...... 273 Imperial War Museum 240 The Essex Regiment Association — The Infantry Junior Leaders’ Battalion 240 Annual General Meeting 278 The Mons Officer Cadet School, Aider- Notes from Branches 278 shot 241 Personalia 242 Engagement, Marriages 283 Military Essay Competition 248 Obituaries 283 Our Contemporaries 249 Editorial Notes 294 THE WASP AND THB EAGLE

THE COLONEL OF THE Regimental REGIMENT Christmas Cards On January 6 the Colonel of the Regiment Regimental Christmas Cards will be avail­ and Lady Denning jailed from Southampton in able again this year and can be obtained from: the S.S. “ Canton” for Singapore, where they The Regimental Secretary, arrived at the end of January. The General Regimental Headquarters, and Lady Denning spent the first days of The 3rd East Anglian Regiment, February with the tst Battalion at Fort George, (16th/44th Foot), Malacca, where they had a most enjoyable and Warley Barracks, interesting time. They found the 1st Battalion Brentwood, Essex. in great heart and cannot speak too or The Secretary, The Bedfordshire and Hert­ enthusiastically of the welcome they received fordshire Regiment Association, or The Secre­ and the spirit of all ranks and the families of tary, The Essex Regiment Association. the Battalion. After their visit to Malacca the While the inset has not yet been decided, General and Lady Denning spent the next few the card will follow the pattern of previous weeks in a very interesting but somewhat years, with the Regimental crest on the front strenuous tour of service units and S.S.A.F.A. and tied with ribbon in the Regimental colours. organisations in Malaya. This included a short visit to Hong Kong, where they met members It is hoped the cost will remain the same as of the Regiment serving with the Garrison last year, 10/- per dozen, post free. there. The Colonel of the Regiment and Lady Regimental Diary, 1962 Denning left Singapore on February 23 in A Regimental Diary, on the lines of that H.M.T. “ Nevasa ” and after a pleasant voyage produced by The Bedfordshire and Hertford­ arrived back in this country on March 16. shire Regiment Association for some year* past, • * * is being organised and printed in co-operation On the occasion of the amalgamation of the with the Army Sport Control Board by the 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.) and 3rd East Anglian Regiment (i6th/44th Foot) the 1st Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment (T.A.), Association for 1962. • which occurred on April 1, the Colonel of the The diary will have the Regimental crest on Regiment and the Associate Colonel sent the the outside and inside there will be 12 Regi­ following message to Lt.-Col. C. Simmons, the mental pages containing information about Commanding Officer: The Regiment and the Regimental Associa­ “ On the occasion of the amalgamation of tion. Fifth Bedfordshire Regiment and First Hert­ In addition, there will be other pages con­ fordshire Regiment all ranks Third East taining general information and a map of the Anglian Regiment send you their greetings and Underground Railways of London. The day- welcome the new Battalion into the Regiment by-day pages contain notes of the principal of which it will form an integral part. engagements fought by the British Army in Brigadier Paton and I are fully confident that the past and during the two World Wars. the Battalion under your command will most The binding is either in leather or plexide worthily uphold the fine traditions of the and the prices are: former Regiments. Leather ...... 5s. 6d. D en n in g , Colonel. Plexide 4s. 6d. P aton, Associate Colonel.” * * * Orders, which should be sent as early as possible, should be addressed to: We are sorry to hear of Mrs. Paton’s accident. She fell and dislocated a shoulder, The Regimental Secretary, which has been very painful. 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THE THE REGIMENTAL CHAPEL REGIMENTAL CALENDAR The regular services, which are held on the June 10-June 24 4th Bn. The Essex Regiment first Sunday in each month, have continued and (T.A.) Camp — Millom, are well supported. In addition to the support Cumberland. given by the congregations we Nave been much encouraged by the assistance given by the offi­ June 25-July 7 5th Bedfordshire / 1st Hert­ fordshire Regiment (T.A.) ciating Clergy. In October the service was Camp — Castlemartin, taken by the Rev. F. A. Preston, M.B.E., M.A., Wales. and in February by the Rev. R. L. Parsonage, C.F., both of whom were former Garrison Chap­ July 15 Regimental Summer Reunion lains at Warley. The Chaplain’s Department at H.Q., 4th Bn. The Essex has continued its valuable help by providing Regiment (T.A.), Gordon Chaplains for the monthly services. Others to Fields, Ilford, Essex. (For whom we owe our thanks arc Padre K. A. Vine, full details see Regimental who has officiated on several occasions and Association Notes). Padre G. A. W. Gold, G. Johnson and R. R. July 21-July 23 East Anglian Brigade Depot Lewis. Weekend: On November 27, i960, a special Thanks­ Friday, All day golf meet­ giving Service to commemorate the Centenary ing. of the Army Cadet Force was arranged for the Saturday, a.m., golf match; 3rd Essex Cadet Regiment. Major-General D. p.m., Garden Party. Two- E. B. Talbot, C.B., C.B.E., d.s .O., m .c ., the Dutriat day cricket match, East Commander, attended the service and inspected Anglian Brigade versus the parade commanded by Major D. G. Muliis. The Suffolk Gentlemen. On February 5, 1961, the montly service took Further details can be the form of a Service of Remembrance for the obtained from R.H.Q. Royal Army Service Corps (T.A.) in Essex. It August 13 Regimental Day—Anniver- was organised by Major W. A. Matthews of the versary of the Battle of 54th East Anglian Infantry Divisional Column Blenheim, 1704. R.A.S.C. (T.A.). The service on March 5, 1961, September 16 London Branch, Annual Re­ was a “ Gaza ” Day Remembrance Service union Dinner—The Chat­ arranged by the C.O. of 459 (Easex) H.A.A. ham Restaurant, Victoria Regiment R.A. (T.A.) for members of that Regi­ Station, London. ment and former members of the 6th and 7th September 17 Annual Remembrance Ser­ Ban aborts The Essex Regiment On this occa­ vice—Regimental Chapel, sion Her Majesty’s Lieutenant for Essex, Col. Warley. Admission by Sir John Rugglcs-Brise, b t ., c b ., O.B.E., t .d ., ticket, apply to The Secre­ j .p ., attended in his capacity as Honorary Colonel tary, The Essex Regiment of 459 Regiment R.A. (T.A.) and took the saiutc Association, Regimental at the march past which was held after the Headquarters, Warley Bar­ service. The Associate Colonel, Brigadier C. M. racks, Brentwood, Essex. Paton, c.v.o., c .b .e ., o x ., accompanied the Lord Lieutenant on his inspection of the parade September 30 6th Bn. The Bedfordshire and ait the saluting base during the March Past. and Hertfordshire Regiment Some seventy serving members and about the (1939-1945) O.C.A. Dinner same number of Old Comrades attended the and Dance — The Euston service and parade. T a v e r n , Euston Road, London, W.C. October 21 Annual Reunion Dinner, MEMORIAL SERVICE Watford Branch, Watford. LT.-COL. A. E. MAITLAND, Reunion and Social, Saff­ ron Walden Branch—The D.S.O., M.C. Town Hall, Saffron On Sunday, February 19, a Memorial Service Walden. for Lt.-Col. Maitland was held in the Regi­ November 19 Annual Remembrance Ser­ mental Chapel, and was attended by Mrs vice, Bedford. — Admis­ Dorothy Makland, his widow, and several sion by ticket. Apply to members of his family. Many former officers The Secretary, The Bed­ and members of The Essex Regiment were also fordshire and Hertford­ present, including two former Colonels of The shire Regiment Associa­ Regiment, Lieut .-General Sir Geoffrey W. tion, Kempston Barracks, Howard, k .c .b ., c .m .g ., d .s .o., d .l ., and Brigadier Bedford. C. M. Paton, cv.o., c .b .e ., d .l . ij4 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

The service was conducted by the Rev. J. M. Pickering, m.b.e., Senior Chaplain to the Force*, East Anglian District. Lt.-Col. Maitland had expressed his wish that his ashes should be scattered in the garden of the former Depot Officers’ Me«s and this was carried out by the Rev. Picketing in a simple but moving cere­ mony during the service.

THE (16th FOOT) REGIMENT MUSEUM The Museum of The Bedfordshire and Hert­ fordshire Regiment is still situated in Kempston Barracks, Bedford. During the absence of Lt.- Cci. Fanning, the Hon. Curator, owing to ill­ ness, it is being looked after by Major Tewkes­ bury, Secretary, The Bedfordshire and Hert­ fordshire Regiment Association. Negotiations for its future housing are still in progress and will be announced as soon as they are finalised.

RECRUITING THE ESSEX REGIMENT Sgt. Bennett and L/Cpl. Carter making part of the MUSEUM Mobile Recruiting Stand which is to be used this summer. With the move of Regimental Headquarters to the former Depot Officers’ Mess, the Regi­ mental Museum has also been moved and is when the last National Servicemen leave and arranged in three rooms on the upper floor of it is to be hoped he is right. the R.H.Q. building. It is now open to visitors. Regimental Recruiting is now one of the re­ Since the last number of the Journal several sponsibilities of Regimental Headquarters and presentations have been gratefully received by the position we have to report is not a happy the Curator, Major Stead, Secretary, The Essex one. In order that the 1st Battalion shall be Regiment Association These include the medals at a proper strength at the end of 1962 and be of the late Brigadiers L. O. W. Jones, D.S.O., able to find sufficient men for extra-regimental and R J. Tudway, C.B., D.S.O., and also the employment it is necessary that an average of medals of Mr. A. J. Long, M.M., who lives at twenty-three regular rccruits be enlisted for Manor Park, Essex. Lt.-Col. A. C. Halahan, the Regiment each month. During the first O.B.E., has kindly given a 44th Foot Bek Buckie, three months of this year the average has been which was worn by his father. thirteen, a long way short. A map of the Battle of Preston Pans 1745, the It will be asked what is being done to first action in which the 44th Foot took pan, has correct this position. Since the early part of been purchased for the Museum. last year an officer from the Battalion has been anached to R.H.Q. as Regimental Recruiting Officer. His job is to supervise, in co-operation RECRUITING with the Regimental Secretary, all regimental recruiting activities and to maintain liaison with The situation in regard to the recruiting of the Army Information Officers and Recruiting regulars for the Armed Forces of the Crown Organisation within the Regimental area. To has been discussed in Parliament, on TV and assist him, the 1st Battalion have lent two B.B.C. programmes and has also received much Sergeants, known as Special Recruiters. Their publicity in the Press. Those who have read or job is to provide a link with the Army Recruit­ listened to the discussions and reports will ing Organisation, and normally they work with realise that the situation is serious, in fact very the Army Information Offices at Southend and serious. The Secretary of State for War has St. Albans respectively. In addition, this year, stated that as far as the Army is concerned he the C.O. of the 1st Battalion has sent home is optimistic that the required number of re­ three Corporals to work with the Regimental cruits will be obtained by the end of 1962, Recruiting Officer. A Regimental display, consisting of photo­ will not be backwards in coming forth to serve graphs, objects of Regimental interest, etc., has in “ The Pompadours.” been formed, and this will appear at various All enquiries should be addressed to: county shows, fetes, carnivals, throughout the three counties this summer. In addition, Regi­ The Regimental Secretary or mental recruiting posters have been prepared The Regimental Recruiting Officer, and printed, and the Regimental Recruiting Regimental Headquarters, Team see that these are displayed wherever The yd East Anglian Regiment a site can be obtained. That their efforts arc (i6th/44th Foot), successful is exemplified by the fact that Warley Barracks, recently there were over 60 Regimental recruit­ Brentwood, Essex. ing posters displayed in central Essex alone. Telephone: Brentwood 3051, 3052. A Regimental brochure has been printed, and also a special Regimental reply-paid en­ quiry card. These are distributed in the attrac­ REGIMENTAL EXHIBITION tive Army brochure, “ The Soldiers of The By arrangement wish (he Chief Recruiting Queen ” and in “ Soldier Magazine," and in Officer for London District, die brothers all kinds of places such as post offices, barbers' Lunglcy and Leslie Powe, joint managing shops, labour exchanges, etc. One magazine directors of Hector Powe, have been showing was left in a telephone booth at Maldon and collections of Regimenal treasures in (he evoked an enquiry from Dagenham ! windows of their Regent Street and Queen The Regimental Recruiting Team seize Victoria Street branches since May 2, i960. every opportunity of addressing members of The exhibitions were confined to Regiments the Army Cadet Force, schools, scouts, etc. recruiting from the London area and among Both the T.A. Battalions, in spite of their own those Regiments taking pan were The House - recruiting problems, have proved most helpful hold Cavalry, The Household Brigade, The and co-operative. Royal Regiment of Artillery, The Queen's Royal Since the beginning of i960, our best re­ Surrey Regiment, The Green Jackets Brigade, cruiting areas have been Watford, St. Albans The Middlesex Regiment, etc. area, Luton and district, Metropolitan Essex. The Regiment held an exhibatwn in the It is comforting to know that the East Anglian Regent Street branch from November 21, i960, Brigade Depot has one of the lowest “ buying- to December 3, i960. out** rates in the Army. In spite of all our The object of these displays was to give difficulties, we have not lowered our standard, Londoners on opportunity to see many rare and it it not every applicant who is accepted and interesting regimental treasures normally for “ The Pompadours.” held at Regimental Depots and Museums and whtch are only brought out on special occa­ It is hoped that this has given you a picture sions. At the same time they have provided an of the Regimental Recruiting position today, opportunity for the Regiments concerned to and it may well now be asked “ Can I help?” get acroas to the public a glimpse of their glori­ Yes, please spread the word in any way you ous histories, and it is hoped that recruiting wiM can. Should you meet anyone who it interested benefit. in joining The Regiment, please tend ut his It was decided, in view of the great interest name and address, and we will, at once, con­ shown in these displays, to invite (he Regiments tact him. For those who live in the Regimental to bring their exhibits to the Victory Hall of counties and would be prepared to display a the Victory Ex-Services Club, Seymour Street, Regimental recruiting potter, we shall be de­ London, W.2., on May 3, 1961, for a combined lighted to send you one, small or large. Reply- display. This prowled a unique opportunity paid enquiry cards are also available if you for members of die Regiments, with theu would like a supply. families, and senior officers from the War Office, But, above all, may we have your help and to view the vriw'e collection under one roof interest. If all members of The Regiment, It it believed this is the tint time that an exhibi­ past and present, do their beat, we feel that tion of this nature has ever been held. when the end of 1962 comes, the Battalion The exhibition was opened by the Rt Hon. will have received the necessary number of John Profumo, M.P., Secretary of State for W«\ regular recruits to enable it to continue to at 12 noon on Wednesday, May 3. The opening play its proper role in the Army and to main­ ceremony was attended by Brigadier and Mrs tain the splendid reputation it has gained since C. M. Paeon, the Regimental Secretary, Lt.-Col it was formed in 1958. With such splendid A. C. Young, and Lt.-Coi and Mrs. A. G. R forebears as The Bedfordshire and Hertford­ Noble, from the East Anglian Brigade Depot shire Regiment and The Essex Regiment, we Sgt. Bennea and Cpl. Johnson, of the Regi­ feel, with the right encouragement, the young mental Recruiting Staff were in charge of die men of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex Regiment’s display THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

Among the objects exhibited by The Regi­ During the Dinner a reply, as follows, was men* were full dress tunics, pre-1914, of The sent by the Colonel and Associate Colonel: — Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment and " All at Regimental Dinner thank you for The Essex Regiment, the 56th Foot Centre­ your message and have been greatly pleased piece, shakos of the period circa i860, V.C. and to hear of all the splendid achievements of medals of the late Brigadier C. C. Foss, 16th the Battalion. With all good wishes. Fbot, and of Sgt. McWheeney, 44th Foot, replica of the Keyes of Gibraltar, 56th Foot, DENNING/PATON the Cooonuit, 16th Foot, etc. After proposing the loyal toasts, General Sir THE 3rd EAST ANGLIAN Reginald Denning welcomed the guests and thanked them for the help they had given and REGIMENT (16th 44th FOOT) were giving to the Regiment. He then gave a DINNER CLUB most satisfactory account of the achievement* of the Battalion in Malacca which he had very The third dinner of the 3rd East Anglian recently visited, and spoke of the progress made Regiment (16th/441th Foot) Dinner Club took in the T.A. Regiments. Before proposing the place at the United Service Club, Pall Mail, toast of The Regiment he called upon Brigadier London, on Friday, April 28, 1961. Seventy- C. M Paron, CV.O., CB.E., DX., Associate five Officers and guests attended. Colonel of The Regiment, who spoke on the Lieut.-General Sir Reginald F. S. Denning, need for everyone to encourage ihe recruiting K.B.E., C.B., D.L., Cbiond of The Regiment, pre­ of regular soldiers to keep the Battalion up to sided and the guests of honour were Col. Sir strength, and finally thanked the Colonel of John A. Ruggles-Brise, b t ., c .b ., o .b .e ., t .d ., j .p ., The Regiment on behalf of all present for all H.M. Lieutenant for Essex, Major S. Whit­ he had done and was doing for die Regiment. bread, J.P ., H.M. Lieutenant for Bedfordshire, the Very Rev. G. E. Gordon, M.A., The Provoat The re* of the evening was spent informally of Chelmsford, Col. G. V. Martin, M.c., The renewing old acquaintances, making new ones Eaat Anglian Brigade Colonel, and Dr. A. W. and exchanging reminiscences from the paat. Hagger who for twelve years was Medical Officer In addition to the Colonel of The Regiment of The Depot, The Essex Regiment and later and the Associate Colonel, the following Depot, The 3rd East Anglian Regiment until Officers attended the dinner: — the loner’s disbandment, on April 1, i960. Gracious metaages were received from Her General Sir Henry Jackson, K.C.B., C.M.G., M*K*oy The Queen and Her Majesty Queen D.s.o., Brigadiers T. G. L. Charles, c.b.h., D.s.o., Elizabeth The Queen Mother, Colonel-in-Chief J. A. Longmore, c b ., c.b.e., t j)., d.l., Han bury of the Regiment, in reply to messages of loyal RawJe, c b ., t j>„ d.l., E. C. Pepper, C.B.E., d.s.o., greetings which had been sent by the Colonel d.l., Colonels G. A. Anstec, o.b.e., M.c, d x , of the Regiment on behalf of those dining. These j.p., R. A. Humbert, o.b.b., t.d., H. F. Kcmhall, were read out at the dinner and were as follow*: t.d., d.l., R, W. Littlehales, o.b.e., R*. Hon. Lord “ From Her Majesty The Queen, Windsor Luke, t j>„ d x , S. C. W. W. Rea, o.b.e., N. R. Castle. Salew, o.b.e., dx., R. H. Senior, G. R. Steel, Please convey my warm thanks to all m.b.b.; Lt.-Cols. H. L. H. Boustead, A.C. Clarke, members of The Third East Anglian Regi­ o.b jl , P. H. A. L. Franklin, D. F. Garrard, tx>., ment (t6th/44th Foot) Dinner Club for L. W. W. Marriott, J. L. de V. Martin, D. Mil- their warm and loyal greetings which I man, n c , S. G. L. Pepys, J. C. Preston, m.b.e., have received with great pleasure. C. Simmons, C. A. Southey, G. L. Sprunt, ELIZABETH R “ m.b.e., W. Me. B. Stephen, C D. J. A. Tempest, "From Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth G. E. J. Wariand, C. L. Wilson, o.BJt., M.C, d.l., The Queen Mother, Colonel-in-Chief, A. C. Young; Majors D. G. M. Anstee, H. C. H.M. Yacht “ Britannia.” Aylmer, W. Berridgc, M R. C. Brightman, D. Please convey to the members of the R. C. Carter, J. D. Castle, tjs., R. G. Chilling- Third East Anglian Regiment (161^/441/1 worth, F. H. Crouchman, R. S. P. Dut, S. L. Foot) Dinner Club my sincere thanks for Edwards, J. B. Kkto„ C J. S. MoMillen, R. H. their loyal message on the occasion of their Medley, H. E. Mudford, C. C. Norbury, M il . , Annual Dinner. M.C, B. J. Palmer, MJUL, M. W. C. Phillip*, ELIZABETH R., Colonel-in-Chief." J. C. Richardson, E.R.D., T. E. Robinson, T. R. Stead, H. N. Stenning, D. T. Tewkesbury, The foMowing message was received from the m.b.i., F. W. Waddell, m.b.e.; Capt*. K. Bunch, Officers of the 1st Battalion: — M. L. A. Duffie, K. J. T. Hoile, A. F. Mackain- “ From Commanding Officer and Officers Bremner, H. O. Parker, B. M. Parsons, J. R. The Pompadours. Best wishes to General Paxman, H. N. M. Paxton, P. L. Purdy, W. L. Derming and Officers dining on Friday. Simons, W. A. C. Smelt, o.b.e., M. S. Smyth, Look forward to being with you next year." R. W Sun and 2/Lt. V. J. Gee. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 337

THE ARMY BENEVOLENT The Regiment is supporting the appeal and will be sending a donation and it is hcped that FUND all members, when the opportunity occurs, will This year sees the launching of its first public support this very worthy appeal. appeal by The Army Benevolent Fund. The The Benevolent Funds of both the former reason for this is a change of policy regarding Regiments’ Benevolent Funds have received the administration of the Fund. grants from The Army Benevolent Fund this Set up in 1945 The Army Benevolent Fund year, as they have done in the years gone by. began with a capital of Cl million, money accumulated from the profits of Service Clubs, overseas and similar sources. The directive to the original Trustees was that the capital should NATIONAL ASSOCIATION be run down by 1970, by which date it was FOR EMPLOYMENT OF thought the purposes of the Fund would have been fulfilled. In 1958 a committee set up REGULAR SAILORS, to consider the future of the Fund pointed out that cases of hardship were still occurring among SOLDIERS AND AIRMEN survivors and the dependants of those who During i960 the number of men and women fought in the Boer War. from the Regular Armed Forces of the Crown The Trustees are now working on the placed in employment by the National Asso­ assumption that the Fund will be required at ciation for Employment of Regular Sailors, least until 2000. Therefore, in future, reliance Soldiers and Airmen was 18,411, which was is to be placed upon the interest of the Fund’s 86 J % of those who registered at one or other invested capital, about £100,000 per annum, of the Association’s 52 Branches covering the augmented by public subscriptions. Until pub­ whole of the United Kingdom. It is of interest lic subscriptions have been built up this policy chat of this number, 7,639 were from the Army, will mean a sharp drop in the support given and of these 17 were from The Bedfordshire by the Fund to Regimental and Corps and Hertfordshire Regiment and 1$ from The Benevolent Funds, which in the past have Essex Regiment. received grants up to £300,000 per annum. If, when you get home, you have forgotten, Since its inception The Army Benevolent lost or have never been told the address at your Fund has distributed £4! million, of which Area Jobfinder, apply at any big Post Office or £1,600,000 has been given to Regimental and to your Repmcntal Association. They’ll be able Corps Benevolent Funds. to give it to you. The appeal is to be spread over two years, Both the Regimental Associations make an 1961 and 1962. annual subacription to the Regular Forces The aims in 1961 are: — Employment Association. Further information (a) To replace the ignorance which, under­ regarding the N.A.EJI.S.S.A. can be obtained standably, exists in the Army of the purposes of from the Regimental Secretary and/or the the Fund. Secretary, The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire (b) To get the Army itself interested, Regiment Association, Kcmpaton Barracks, Bed­ enthusiastic and geared to money raising. ford; The Secretary, The Essex Regiment Asso­ (c) To get the T.A. actively co-operative ciation, Warley Barracks, Brentwood, Essex. (d) To get the co-operation and backing of The Annual General Meeting of the National Regimental and Corps Associations. Association for Employment of Regular Sailors, The aims in 1962 are: — Soldiers and Airmen held at Royal United Ser­ (a) To get the support of the general public vice Institution, Whitehall, on May 5, was and industry. attended by the Regimental Secretary and the (b) To consolidate the position in the Army. Secretaries of The Regimental Associations. The Appeal was launched during the week The following ex-members of The Bedford­ June 4-11, 1961, with the following activities: — shire and Hertfordshire Regiment and The A Service of Dedication at the Chapel of The Essex Regiment have obtained employment Royal Hospital, Chelsea, Sunday, June 4, 1961, through the National Association since the last at which the Colonel of The Regiment was publication of The Regimental Journal. represented by the Regimental Secretary. The Service was televised by the B.B.C. The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment The Service was followed by a “ D ” Day Mi. W C. Tomlin (ex No. 5948054), Clerk, Anniversary Concert in the Royal Festival Salisbury. Theatre by the Band of The Royal Military College of Music. On June 11 the subject of Mr. P. G. Field (ex No. 23530281), Driver, the B.B.C.’s “ Week’s Good Cause” was The Chelmsford. Army Benevolent Fund and the appeal was Mr. G. Lawrence (ex No. 265201), Billiard made by Lt.-General Sir Brian Horrocks. Hall Attendant, Cat ford. »»• THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

M r J. H. Harvey (ex No. 577303). School British Commonwealth and the United States, Caretaker, Bury St Edmund* leading world loumols on current affairs, and Mr G. Morrell (ex No. 5949549), Postal De­ mam British dailies and weetake* are displayed partment, G.P.O., Preston The library aim* to be a focal point of tfifarmatian and etas is achieved by up-to-date Mr D. J W Jones (ex No. 5891327), Night files of Press cuttings and a daaufted index watchman, Coventry. to periodicals and journals The librarian is Mr B Gooch (ex No. 23426288), Finer, ready to advtse on reading and the beat w»> London to use the full resources of the library and Mr J C. Grummm (ex No. 22549377), will, provided due notice 1* given, prepare Dnver, Chelmsford bibliographies. Lectures by leading authorises are given The Essex Regiment during the winter months on subjects of interest to 41 three Services. Members cake part in the Mr R P Sanders (ex No. 48332), Futer, open discussions that follow and they may in London D w n a most cases hnng two personal guests The Mr. E. Spilling (ex No. 6013188), Messenger, proceedings arc published in the Inatiajtion's London District. quarterly Journal, together with arxicic* on current or htsconcal interest and seouona Mr B T. Kierman (ex No. 14440235), Pro­ devoted to Service notes, correspondence, book cess Worker, Chester. review*, latest additions to the library and Mr P. J. Well* (ex No 23139069), Postman, rcoommended articles in current (Ouraals A G P O , Bow free copy is sent to aU members Mr T. E Button (ex No. 23227209), Trainee Among ocher fnhnes offered 10 members Finer, Chelmsford and the*/ friend* arc free adt w aton to the Royal United Service Museum in the former Banqueting House at old Whatehall IVLacc and ROYAL UNITED SERVICE excellent opportunities for viewing procession* INSTITUTION passing along Whitehall W hitehall, L o n d o n , il.W .i Membership Telephone : WhMehaJI 5854. Membership is personal and the foMowing hounded in 1831, the Institution is situated are eligible: in Whitehall, almost oppo-ate the Horse Guards (a) Serving and past officers of all branches ot I< has aa it* Royal Charter “ (he promotion and H.M Armed Forces throughout the advancement of science and literature of the Commonwealth, including Women’s Ser­ Service*,'' and this « liberally interpreted for vices and Qadeta at the Regular Servsce the benefit at member*. Colleges. There is a library which, in us special field, (b) Executive officers ot H.M. Civil Service is second to none The latest books of any who are serving, or have served, in a importance on every aspect of the conduct of Service Mintstry or in any organi sation war are available, together with some rare old administered by a Service Ministry odrnons long since out of petm Geography, history, poktiu*, biographies, economics, psycho­ Subscription logy, science, and a proportion at fiction— (a) Annual non-covenanted — £3. Under pamcular+y novels dealing wwh the psycho­ Section 16, The Finance Act, 195I, serving logical side of war—arc also included The officers cm claim a refund of income tax more important books from the United States paid on this turn on nuclear strategy and tactics are purchased (b) Annual covenanted—£2/2/- for seven direct and members do not have to awom the years payable under a deed ot covenant English edition, if any. Students of military Note: The mmual subscription year dates history have accea* to valuable material not from tst January only. easily obtainable elsewhere AU except the usual reference books and rare works are in Ac (c) Li/e—single payment at £40 or four instal­ lending section and members may barrow four ments at £ 10 /to/- in successive payments volumes at a time by post or personal journal Only cokecnon Mease* and other corporate eatabkshmcnts For those members who are able to visit the are not ekpblc for membership but can obtain library, and the advantage at rtws cannot be the Journal for an annual payment ot £2/2/-, over-emphasised, there are excellent facilities po* psid for modern ttudie* These are housed in a comfortable reading and wrtung room, where For membership forms «uf further informa­ all the important Service (oumals of the tion apply to the Secretary THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

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NAVY, ARMY AND AIR FORCE such data as rate of pay, allowances, changes in rank and status, the computer prints the INSTITUTE’S FORTIETH correct figure on the monthly credit advice in less time than it takes to say “ Capt. Jack ANNIVERSARY Robinson’s Pay.” The computer is even pro­ grammed to detect possible clerical errors and Nearly £122,000,000 has been shared by Unit to draw the operator’s attention to them before and Welfare Funds of the three Services and the slip leaves the machine. individual customers as a result of buying from Outwardly there is little to distinguish the N.A.A.F.I. which, this year, celebrates its 401th completed slip from one prepared by conven­ anniversary. This is the amount of hard cash tional means. However, officers looking care­ which has been paid out in rebates, discounts fully at their monthly “ cheque ” and finding and dividends. that the figures have been produced by making N.A.A.F.I. began operations on January 1, thousands of tiny dots with a stylus, instead of 1921, on the recommendation of two Govern­ by typewriter, will know that they are involved ment Committees set up to consider the in one of the latest advances in automation by administration of Service canteens and shops, British banks. based on the lessons learned in the First World Apart from the main operation to produce War. The profit sharing principle was intro­ monthly credit slips, LEO does three runs duced whereby N.A.A.F.I. distributed its each week to ensure that officers get trading surpluses for the benefit of the Services immediate benefit from promotions and other —and this has continued ever since. changes. An interesting Mnk with the past is Although its scale of operations has fallen retained by keeping the old name of “ Casualty since the peak years of the Second World War, Runs ” for these interim calculations, although N.A.A.F.I. is still in business in a big way, nowadays they are more likely to deal with a wiith an annual trade of some £57,000,000, a tax refund for a new addition to the family. staff of 23,000 and 2,000 establishments situated throughout the world, wherever British Forces are serving. To mark the anniversary a new long service DUNKIRK award has been inaugurated for N.A.A.F.I. staff completing 40 years’ service. Nearly 100 men VETERANS’ ASSOCIATION and women who were members of the staff on Members of the Regiment who took part in the day N.A.A.F.I. was “ bom,” were still the evacuation of Dunkirk may not be aware of serving the Corporation on its 40th birthday. the existence of the 1940 Dunkirk Veterans’ * * * Association. Each Whitsun week-end an annual pilgrimage is organised to the beaches, where Naafi’s largest foodhall was opened recently Memorial Services are held. Arrangements are at Terendak Camp, Malaya. It offers a compre­ made for wives and families of members to hensive range of groceries, provisions, fresh accompany them on the pilgrimage. meats, fruit and vegetables, household and hard­ The Headquarters of the Association is in ware goods, wines and spirits, cigarettes and Leeds, but there are many Branches throughout tobacco, cosmetics and toys. A temporary gift the country. Representatives from both Bed­ department will eventually be transferred to the ford and Luton Branches were present at last new Central Showroom, due to be completed year’s ceremonies. The annual subscription is this summer. Inside the shop, is a 36ft. run of 3/- and anyone who is interested should get in refrigerated equipment for milk products, pro­ touch with the Honorary General Secretary, 35, visions, pies and meats, and a separate island Spring Bank Crescent, Leeds 6. site for a wide range of frozen foods. Other facilities to be provided at Terendak Camp include a restaurant, bar, a central show­ room for gifts and durable goods and the ser­ THE ARMY ART SOCIETY vices of a draper and haberdasher, dressmaker, hairdresser, dry cleaner, tailor, photographer Patron : supplier, greengrocer, florist, watchmaker, foot­ Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent wear service, and a service for radio and elec­ The Society, which exists to encourage art trical repairs. in the Army and sister Services, is holding its 30th exhibition during Oorofecr, 1961, at the Commonwealth Institute, South Kensington, OPERATION “ PAY CH EQ U E” S.W.7. All ranks of the Army, Royal Navy and The amounts due to officers in the pay of Royal Air Force, past or present, permanent Holt’s Branch of d y n , Mails and Co. are now or temporary, may submit works for calculated at the LEO Computer Centre. From consideration. The Society is an entirely unofficial organisa­ THE INFANTRY JUNIOR tion and for several years very successful exhibitions have been held in London each LEAD ER S’ BATTALION autumn. Service artists can derive more The Infantry Junior Leaders’ Battalion, interest from their hobby by aiming at sub­ which was previously stationed at Plymouth, mitting works for the Exhibitions, which also is now accommodated at Park Hall Camp, give them an opportunity to compare their standard and style with others. Oswestry, Salop. As the Society is non-profit making, the The aim of die Battalion is to train and pre­ entrance and hanging fees are kept as low as pare youths as potential Warrant Officers and possible. N.C.O.s for the Brigade of Guards and the Intending exhibitors are invited to apply after Infantry of the Line. To achieve this the May i for particulars. Applications should be Battalion is organised into four Training addressed to: The Honorary Secretary, The Companies—“ Guards ” “ A,” “ B ” and “ C ” Army Arts Society, Capt. A. J. Daldy, 16, King and a Recruit Company “ Z.” It is hoped to Edward’s Grove, Teddington, Middlesex form a further Training Company shortly. The strength at present is 500, but it is intended to build it up to 800 as soon as possible. Training is organised and supervised by IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM Wings, which are as follows: Education, ZEEBRUGGE AND OSTEND SPECIAL Weapon Training, Tactics, Drill, Adventure Training, Recreation and Physical Training. EXHIBITION Approximately one-third erf a boy’s time in This exhibition commemorates the famous the Battalion is spent on education and the actions carried out on April 23 and May 10, object is to have as many Juniors as possible 1918, by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines with the complete Senior Standard Certificate, under the command of Admiral Keyes. Which is equivalent to the Army Certificate of Among the original exhibits shown are a Education First Class. About one-third of the specially designed flame thrower, which was boys pass out having gained their First Class mounted in the “ Vindictive,” grappling irons Army Certificate of Education, thus making which were used to keep the ships in contact them educationally qualified for promotion to with the mole at Zeebrugge, a portion of the Warrant rank. damaged bridge of “ Iris II ” and a gong used During Weapon Training the object is to by the Germans as a fog alarm at Zeebrugge. train the boy to handle those weapons which There are models of the “ Warwick,” in he would meet in a Platoon of Infantry. which Admiral Keyes flew his flag at both The Tactics Wing teach minor tactics and actions, and of the “ Vindictive,” from which signals. All boys attend a passing-out cadre the landing parties operated at Zeebrugge and which includes operating radio sets. which was the blockship at Ostend. The Drill Wing is in charge of R.S.M. R. W. Also in the exhibition are a number of paint­ Smith, M.B.E., D.C.M., of the Coldstream Guards ings, contemporary German and British photo­ The Adventure Wing is run on “ Outward graphs and a series of diagrams to explain the Bound” lines and plays an important part in object, execution and result of the two actions, the development of the boy’s character. Each which are also more fully described in a leaflet term every boy is sent on an expedition lasting which is available in the gallery or on request. two or three days. On these expeditions they are taught rock climbing, canoeing, the art of OPENING DATE APRIL 21st 1961 descending sheer rock faces on a rope, pot- The exhibition, which will be inaugurated holing and in general the art of living hard by Mr. C. I. Orr-Ewing, Civil Lord of the under adverse conditions. The boys are en­ Admiralty, on April 21, 1961, and open to the couraged to enter the Duke of Edinburgh’s public from Monday, April 24, is the first in a Award Scheme and several have been series of special exhibitions now being planned successful in gaining certificates in various by the Imperial War Museum. The object is standards. to demonstrate particular aspects of the two Recreation and Physical Training is carried World Wars or, as in this case, to commemor­ out under the supervision of.an Instructor from ate special anniversaries. the Army Physical Training Corps. The boys Simultaneously with the opening of the are taught to play most games played today in Zeebrugge and Ostend Special Exhibition, a the Regular Army and the Battalion has a very new permanent gallery displaying the military high standard of successful records in Inter- uniforms of Britain, her allies and her enemies Unit and Army competitions. 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PERSONALIA Essex Major G. V. Lovelace, d .C.m . Gapr. C. J. Portway, HONOURS AND AWARDS 3 E ast A n g lia n The Queen has been graciously pleased to R.S.M. H. F. Wilmott (now discharged) has confer the award of Che i®t Clasp to the Terri­ been awarded the Meritorious Service Medal. torial Efficiency Decoration upon the following officer: ’— * * *

E a s t A n g l ia n B r ig a d e The following retirements have taken place: Essex Major J. P. P. Crawford, October 20, i960; Lt.-Gol. D. F. Garrard, t .d . Major G. B. Whitworth, November 7, i960; ★ ★ ★ Col. J. A. Hunter, D.S.O., O.B.E., m .c . (granted The Queen has been graciously pleased to the Hon. Rank of Brigadier), November 16, give orders for the publication in The London i960.; Col. W. N. C. Wlake, o .b .e ., April 1, 1961. Gazette of tihe name shown below as having The following promotions have been received an expression of Commendation foe Gazetted: brave conduct: — Captains to be Majors: J. A. Bacon, Decem­ ber 26, i960; G. C. P. Morgan, March 15, 1961. Q u e e n ’ s C ommendation f o r B r a v e C o n d u c t Lieutenants to be Captains: S. A. Green, November 26, i960; W. R. W. Pike, February Corporal (Acting Sergeant) Anthony William 4, 1961; D. G. Wells, February 4, 1961; J. E. Walker, 3rd East Anglian Regiment (16th/44/th Hutchings, February 4, 1961; Lts. (Q.M.) D. J. Foot). For his courageous and determined Bebbington and D. V. Crosier to be Captains conduct in rescuing two children who had (Q.M.)> April 5 and April 25, 1961, respectively. fallen into the river Chelmer, which was in 2/Lt. A. R. A. Veith to be Li., December 19, spate, on September 18, i960. i960. * * * 2/Lt. R. J. Foulkes (S.SjC.) promoted Lt. on The Queen has been graciously pleased to November 13, i960, and 2/Lt. P. F. Bye (S.SC.) approve the award of the British Empire Medal promoted Lieutenant, February 6, 1961. (Military Division) to the undermentioned in Officer Cadet Charles Andrew Styles from recognition of distinguished service in Malaya the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, to be for the period January 1 to July 3 1, i960: — 2/lieutenant, December 16, i960. Colour Sergeant Raymond Henry John ★ * it Hewitt, 1st East Anglian Regiment (Royal Norfolk and Suffolk). The following have relinquished their Short * * * Service Commissions on completion of service: Major E. C. Hill (granted Hon. Rank of Major), The Queen has been graciously pleased to January 6, 1961; Major A. W. Moody (granted approve that the fallowing be Mentioned in Hon. Rank of Lt.-Col.), April 1, 1961. recognition of gallant and distinguished ser­ The following have relinquished their Com­ vices in Malaya for the period January 1 to mission in the Regular Army Reserve at Officers July 31, i960: — on completion of service: Capt. (Hon. Major) 3 E ast A n g lia n J. R. Wood-Hill, November 26, i960; Capt. Sgt. V. C Coliison (Hon. Major) T. McGarry, December 7, i960. * * * * * • The Queen has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following appointment to The Hertfordshire Regiment the Most Excellent Order of the British Lt. (Acting Capt.) W. G. Handford to be Empire:— Capt., November 15,1960, with seniority August i» 1959- To be an Ordinary Member of the Military Capt. J. G. M. North from Reserve of Officers, Division of the said Most Excellent Order: — Class III, 1 E. Anglian, co be Capt., February Major Edwin Comer, t . d ., The Bedford­ 1, 1961, with seniority June 30, i960. shire Regiment, Territorial Army (now Lt. (Acting Capt.) D. A. Farrow to be Capt., T.A.R.O.). Match 16, 1961, with seniority August 1, i960. ★ * * The Essex Regiment The Queen has been graciously pleased to 2/Lt. T . H. R. Milbank to be Lt., October confer the award of the Territorial Efficiency 23, 196a Decoration upon the following Officers: — Lt. (Anting Capt.) D. P. M Doyle to be Capt., October 30, i960, with seniority August 17, E a st A n glian 1959- Bedfordshire Major J. H. Harries from Para, to be Mafor, Major G. H. Htchinbottom. January 1, 1961, with seniority March 5, 1957. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 243

The following have been transferred to the Grune was transferred to Haiton, Buckingham­ T.A. Reserve of Officers: shire to take up an appointment as No. 1 The Bedfordshire Regiment Administrative Officer. He remained there Major E. Carver, o .b .e ., t .d .; Lt. (Q.M.) D. until the end of the War in 1945. C. B. Cowley. ★ ★ ★ The Hertfordshire Regiment Cod. Waite relinquished his appointment in Colonel R. A. Humbert, o .b .e ., T.d .; Capt. W. the office of the Master-General of the Ord­ S. Chaplin. nance, The War Office, in March, and has since The Essex Regiment retired from the Army. We hear he has not Capt. B. H. Gritten, Lt. I. R. P. Doyle, Major been well and hope he will soon be quite fit G. V. Lovelace, d .c .m ., t .d ., Capt. J. E. Hollis. again. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Colonel The Right Hon. Lord Luke, Relics of the Hertfordshire Militia are among accepted, in March, an invitation from the Arch­ the items which have been transferred from bishop of Canterbury to become Chairman of Headquarters, The Hertfordshire Regiment the Church of England Council for Common­ (T.A.) to the Hertford Borough Museum ait wealth Settlement. The Council advises and Bull Plain. These have been arranged most assists intending migrants going to all parts of attractively by the Borough Librarian and tihe Commonwealth, and is also the Church’s Museum Superintendent, Mr. S. W. Davey. instrument for conferring with the Govern­ ★ * ★ ment and overseas churches and governments Among those who had the honour of attend­ an points of policy. ing Her Majesty The Queen’s Garden Patty * * * held at Buckingham Palace on May 11, were We were very pleased to see ex-Colour- Brigadier and Mrs. C. M. Paiton, Brigadier and Sergeant Boreham when he called at R.H.Q. Mrs. J. A. Longmore, Colonel and Mrs. A. recently. He told us his business was making Noble, Colonel and Mrs. Norman Salew, Lt.- good progress, although it was hard work. He Cod. and Mrs. A. C. Young, and Major and had been having some trouble with his leg Mrs. H. Mudford. again but it was getting better. He and Mrs. * ★ * Boreham wild always be pleased to see any old We very much regret to report the death of friends who are passing through Forest Gate. Lt.-Col. Sir Dealtry Part which occurred on * * * February 9, 1961. From 1943 to 1957 Sir Capt. M. L. A. Duffie has been posted from Dealtry Part was Her Majesty’s Lieutenant for the ist Battalion to the War Office for duty. He Bedfordshire. During the period of his and his wife have been successful in obtaining Lieutenancy he never ceased to take the most a flat at No. 4 The Embankment, Putney, Lon­ keen interest in the activities of The Bedford­ don, S.W.15, where they have a delightful view shire and Hertfordshire Regiment. His friend­ of die river. liness, encouragement and attendance at regi­ * * * mental functions was much appreciated by all who knew him and who served with The Regi­ When the obituary nodce for the late Lt.- ment. On the amalgamation, although he had Col. E. S. C. Grune, was published in the retired from the Lieutenancy he continued his December Number, tihe details of his service interest in H ie Regiment and it was a matter during the Second World War were, unfortun­ of great satisfaction to him that the amalgama­ ately, not available. Mrs. Grune has now tion went so well. His last appearance at a kindly supplied these. In August, 1937, Col. regimental function was at the Presentation of Grune was recalled from the South of France Colours to the 1st Battalion at Warley in May, to take up an appointment with The Royal Air 1959. An obituary notice will be found else­ Force. He was posted to Kidbrooke, Middle­ where in this number. , sex, on a course of instruction for six months, ★ * * on the completion of the course he was given the rank of Squadron-Leader and early in 1938 Mr. W. E. Fisher has retired after 49 years was posted to Addington, Northumberland, to in the printing trade. He served with The Sun open a new R.A.F. Station there. Early in Printers of Watford for over 40 years and in 1939 he was promoted to Wing Commander recognition of his long and loyal service he and went to Cardington for a short course on was presented with a gold watch. During the balloons. On completion erf the course he was 19x4/1918 War he joined The Bedfordshire appointed O.C. of the Balloon Centre at Glas­ Regiment and served in France. His home is gow. During his appointment there he was at 36. Leyland Avenue, St. Albans. commended for the speed in which he trans­ * * * ferred many balloons from Glasgow to Edin­ An informal dinner for officers who served burgh when the Forth Bridge was heavily with the 2/5 th Bn. The Essex Regiment was attacked. In May, 1940, Wing Commander held at Williamson’s Tavern, Bow Lane, 244 THU 'ASP AND THE EAGLE

London, E.C., on Friday, January 20. Those We were glad to hear from Lt.-Col. G. L. present were Brigadier C. M. Paton, the Asso­ Sprunt. He and Mrs. Sprunt are still living at ciate Colonel, Lt.-Cols. K. F. May, V. C. 45, Mecklenburgh Square, London, W.C.i. MagAM-Gueiden, C. A. Brooks, Majors D. A. Their daughter is now working in the office of C. Wilkinson, A. L. Cullen, Gapts. D. N. the Commissioner General for South-East Asia, Ard'ley, F. G. Coe, E. B. Cooper, P. B. Lake, Singapore, after having spent five months in P. P. Oexle, P. P. Perfect, M. B. Purry, W. B. the British Embassy in Java. We understand Thompson, H. J. L. Wright, Lts. R. D. Bairns- she is enjoying it very much. lake, A. D. Ldeper, J. P. Potts. Brigadier ★ ★ * Paton proposed the Loyal Toast also the Toast Our readers will be interested to learn that to The Regiment coupled with the name of the plans are going ahead for the disposal of Colonel-dn-Chief, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Warley Barracks. A public enquiry was held the Queen Mother. The Brigadier also gave an on May 16, by the Minister of Housing and interesting account of the affairs of The Regi­ Local Government into the proposal of the ment both past and present. The arrangements Brentwood Urban District Council to develop were made by Oapt. P. B. Lake of High Garrett, part of the Barracks Area for housing and also Braintree, who is always anxious to hear from the proposal by Messrs. Fords to develop some or of old members of the 2/5th Battalion. twenty acres of the site for administrative * rt * offices. On June 1, a public auction was held Capt. Horace Parker writes from the Moms for the sale of the huts situated in the Barracks Officer Cvdat School, Aldershot, where his area. tour of duty ends in July. He has been * * * Wepaon Training Officer since last September Capt. W. D. Page has relinquished the and has enjoyed his duties as such very much. Adjutancy of 1st Bn. The Hertfordshire Regi­ When he wrote they were busy with arrange­ ment and has been posted to a Staff Appoint­ ments for the Aldershot Tattoo and Exhibition. ment in B.A.O.R. His address now is H.Q., * * * nth Infantry Brigade Group, B.F.P.O. 29. ★ * * Recent visitors to Warley have included Mr. L. J. Staples, ex 5999383, who served with The Mr. Don Wilmot of 108, Acacia Road, Bed­ Essex Regiment from 1914 to 1937. Mr. Staples ford, retired recently from Mehis Ltd., Bed­ served with 1st, 2nd, 9th and 10th Battalions, ford, after 27 years’ service. He was presented and after his discharge he was employed by with a travelling dock by the firm and a cheque the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries. He by his colleagues. During the 1914-18 War retired in 1959 and is now living at Forest Mr. Wilmot served with The Bedfordshire Gate. Regiment, and was wounded in the leg. He ★ if ★ was captured and was a prisoner of war in Ger­ Readers will be sorry to learn that Lt.-Col. many for two years. * * * H. E. Crocker, c .m .g ., d .s .o ., The Essex Regi­ ment, has been for some time in D’Arcy Nurs­ Lt.-Col. D. Milman relinquished the com­ ing Home, at 6, Walsingham Road, Hove, 3, mand of 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment Sussex. Among the officers who have recently (T.A.) on the amalgamation of that Battalion visited him are Lt.-Cols. L. W. W. Marriott and with 1st Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment G. H. Walker. (T.A.). He has been posted to a Staff appoint­ Col. Crocker, who is now partially crippled ment with the Army Operational Research with arthritis, would be delighted to hear from Group. He and his wife harve obtained a any cf his friends in The Regiment at any house near Guildford and their address is now time. East Heatherside. Fox Comer, Worplesdon, ★ ★ ★ Surrey. Mr. E. W. Staunton (ex 9855) The Essex * * * Regiment, who is now living at 179, High Major Harry Sterming has obtained a post Street, Canvey Island, has been endeavouring in the Foreign Office and expects to be sta­ to trace Mr. (Liza) Luck who served with 1st tioned in Cheltenham for some time. He and Battalion in India. If any reader knows of Mr. his wife are now living at 24, Sydenham Villas Luck’s whereabouts would he be good enough Road, Cheltenham, Gtos. to write to Mr. Staunton? * * * ★ * ★ The Regiment has sent the annual subscrip­ Another officer of the former Essex Regi­ tion to The Bedfordshire County Cricket Chi). ment who has been seriously ill is Brigadier F. Any member wishing to watch any of the A. S. Clarke, D.s.o., who has spent a consider­ County’s cricket matches this season can obtain able time in hospital. the admission ticket on application to The We are sure our readers will join with us in Secretary, The Bedfordshire and Hertford­ wishing him a speedy recovery to good health. shire Association, Kempston Barracks, Bedford. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

On relinquishing Che command of the Lid- The following notice appeared in The Times lingion Company of The Bedfordshire Army on April 25, the anniversary of the Gallipoli Cadet Force, Lt.-Col. D. Rhys-Thomas was Landing 1915: — presented with a silver cigarette box suitably “ 1st Bn. The Essex Regiment—In glorious engraved, and a lighter from the cadets, ex­ memory of the Officers, N.C.O.s and Men cadets and friends. Col. Thomas retired from of the 1st Bn. The Essex Regiment (44th tihe Secretaryship of The Bedfordshire Army Foot), 29th Division, who fell at Gallipoli Cadet Force some little time ago and is now and afterwards in the 1914-1918 War.” living with his sister in Ipswich. * ★ * * * * Congratulations to the following who quali­ Mr. B. Jefferies has been appointed a fied at the recent Staff College Examination : member of the executive committee of man­ T/Major G. N Dean, Capts. W. J. G. Han­ agement of Messrs. Bools Pure Drug Cxi. Ltd., cock, H. O. Parker and B. M. Parsons. after having been the firm’s photographic buyer * * * for the past eleven years. Mr. Jefferies was We are very sorry to have to report the born in Bedford and educated at Bedford death of Mr. H. H. Degenhard of 90, Newn- Modern School. He joined Messrs. Boots Ltd. haxn Avenue, Bedford, which occurred sud­ as a trainee in 1937, but being a Territorial, he denly on May 8, 1961. He served in The Bed­ wr.s embodied on the outbreak of war and fordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment for joined the 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire and some twenty-five years and he will be much Hertfordshire Regiment (T.A.) with whom he missed by his many friends. The funeral took went to Singapore. He spent some three and place at Goldington Church, Bedfordshire, on a half years as a Prisoner of War in the hands May 12. Major D. T. Tewkesbury represented of the Japanese, returning home and to his post The Bedfordshire arid Hertfordshire Regiment with Messrs. Boots in 1946. Mr. Jefferies has Association. been living at Biddenham, just outside Bed­ An obituary notice will be published in the ford, where he is a member of the local council. December Number. He will, now, shortly be moving to Notting­ « * * ham. * * ★ Major and Mrs. Tewkesbury recently spent General Sir Frank Simpson has been a week-end with Major and Mrs. Bright man at appointed Chief Royal Engineer with effect their home just outside Oakham. It was the from March 5, 1961, in succession to the late Tewkesburys’ first visit to Rutlandshire and Genera] Sir Kenneth Crawford. General Sir they found the countryside delightful. Major Frank and Lady Simpson have lived in Great Morris Bright man is very happily settled in his War ley for some years. They have always new job as Bursar to the School. taken a great interest in the activities of the * * * Depot and their kindly hospitality has been R.S.M. Hellicar writes to tell us that he has much appreciated by officers M id their wives had a very happy time with the Singapore serving ait the Depot. Since rhe disbandment Guard Regiment. On May 5 he took up his of the Regimental Depot, Genera] Sir Frank new appointment as Garrison Sergeant-Major and Lady Simpson harve continued their of Penang Garrison, and his address is now: interest in the activities of Regimental Head­ H.Q. Penang Garrison, Minden Barracks, quarters and have been very active supporters Penang, Malaya. of the monthly services in the Regimental Notices of the marriages of his son and Chapel. daughter both appear in this number. His On June 1, General Sir Frank Simpson took son’s wife was a Corporal in the W.R.A.C. and up the appointment as Governor of The Royal was a member of che W.R.A.C. Trampoline Hospital, Chelsea, and he and Lady Simpson Team. His daughter’s husband is a leading will be leaving Great Warlev where they will Naval Air Mechanic and is serving with the be much missed. Air Liaison Squadron in Singapore. We wish them success and happiness in Both R.S.M. HeUicar and Mrs. Hdlicax are General Sir Frank’s new appointment. well and send their best wishes to all their * * * friends whom they look forward to seeing at We were all very sorry to hear of the serious the Summer Reunion of 1963. i'lness of Lt.-Col. Eric Fanning which necessi­ ★ * * tated his admission to the Bedford General The Southend Branch of The Essex Regi­ Hospital. He was suffering from pleurisy and ment Association has been very glad to wel­ pneumonia. The latest news is that he is making come among its new members three members progress. We axe glad to hear that Mrs. of 1 /4th Bn. The Essex Regiment who served Fanning, whose illness was reported in the during rhe last war. They arc Major Arthur December Number, is still making good Saunders and Capts Eric Deason and Ronnie progress. Tumnidge. 2*6 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

Mr. A. E. Hollingsworth on his 101st birthday. Mr. Hollingsworth served with $th Volunteer Battalion The Essex Regiment in 1897 and died on December 31, i960. Others in the group are Mr. F. W. Vere, Mr. P. C. Munn and Major T. R. Stead. IPhotograph by Elizabeth Wall, Wickford

We were very glad to see Capt. (Q.M.) Barney less a number of the more senior comrades on O’Hagan and Mrs. O’Hagan at Warley in its books, including the following who served February last. They are now living at Tilthams with The Essex Regiment: W. Rush forth, 1st Green, Godalming. Battalion, 1897-1905; B. C. Dickeson, 1st Bat­ ★ ★ ★ talion, 1900-08; T. Worrell, 1st and 2nd Batta­ lions, . 1906-32; T. Swan, 2nd Battalion, 1910- Mr. A. J. Mobbs, m .b .e ., who now resides at 18; F. Hammond, Cyde Battalion, 1910-13; G. Folkestone, was visited recently by Mr. Percy T. Lerey, 8th Battalion, 1913-18; and J. Drage, Munn. Both Mr. and Mrs. Mobbs are well 4tih Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment, and send their good wishes to all Old Com­ 1912-17. rades of The Essex Regiment. They would Readers who may wish to contact any of welcome a call from any friends who may be these members should write to Che Honorary in Folkestone. Their address is 84 Downs Secretary, Mr. C. H. King, 1, Prospect Place, Road. Saffron Walden. * * * * * * Mr. A. E. Hollingsworth whose photograph As a resuk of the circular informatory letter appears in this number and who died sent out to members of The Essex Regiment shortly after his ioisrt birthday, was visited Association, we have learned with regret of on his birthday by members of The Essex the deaths of the fallowing: Mr. J. T. Buglass, Regiment Association. He recalled his days Mr. C. W. Hills and Mr. W. A. Nash. Mr. at Walthamstow with The Volunteer Battalion, Hills and Mr. Nash were members of The and although he was not able to remember Corps of Commissionaires. dearly the details of his service with The Regi­ * * * ment, he distinctly remembered the long A letter from Sir Robert Napier, Bart., who marches and the never ending manoeuvres. His has been for many years connected with The grandfather served under Lord Nelson on the Ex-Services Mental Welfare Society, informs Victory. * * * us that the following who served with The Essex Regiment are now at Claybury Hospital, Ex Corporal 4/6884 F. J. O’Farrell who is South Woodford: Henry Stafford (600753) Bov 79 years of age, was admitted to The Royal service 1927, Dunkirk and Palestine; and Hospital, Chelsea, as an In-Pensioner in Iuly George Muir, 1st Battalion 1914-18. They last year. On one of our rare fine Spring days would welcome a visit from any member erf earlier this year Mr. O’Farrell decided to visa The Regiment. his old Regimental Depot at Kempston Bar­ * * * racks. After making him welcome, we dis­ Mr. C. H. King, Secretary, Saffron Walden covered that he had made the journey from Branch, would be most interested to hear if Chelsea alone in spite of die handicap of an any member knows of the whereabouts of Mr. artificial leg and partial blindness. G. C. May (Lieutenant), who was badly * * * wounded when serving with I /5th Bn. The Saffron Walden Branch, which is in general Essex Regiment at the crossing of the Trigno composed of younger “ soldiers,” has neverthe­ in November, 1943. THE ASSOCIATION OF SERVICE NEWSPAPERS ADVERTISEMENT PAGES. 67/48 JERMYN STREET. ST. jAMES'S, S.W .l. TEL. WHITEHALL 3504 coffee-pot fresh... SERVICE and you can taste it! IN AFRICA Regular Army of Rhodesia

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A recently joined member of The 16th Foot Zealand in 1942 and has recently retired. We Association is Mr. C. Chapman of 256, have been able to help him in re-establishing Papanui Road, Christchurch, New Zealand. 'contacts with some of his Service friends. Formerly of the 2nd t o t alio n and later of the it it * 9th Battalion (ex-No. 5958666), Mr. Chapman Readers will be sorry to hear that Mr. C. has been in New Zealand for eight years and Button who served with The Essex Regiment has been fallowing his trade as a butcher. He during the First World War has had a long writes that he would like to send us some of spell in hospital. He is now living at Up- New Zealand’s ideal climate—particularly to minster and we wish him a speedy recovery to his old friends of the Mortar’s ! good health. * * * * * * Mr. Percy Munn, Secretary, Sergeants’ (P. Among our recent visitors to Warley we and P.) Association, has recently corresponded were delighted to see Major and Mrs. Paul with the following Old Comrades of The Essex Painter and Major and Mrs. Cliff Norbury. Regiment Association: Mr. W. (Bill) Cass, Mr. Major Painter is shortly due to retire from the C. A. Webb, Mr. L. A. (Spoof) Platt;, and Mr. Army and is taking up a business appointment B. Oliver, M.B.E. in London. Major Norbury who has recently * * * returned from Malaya, is now at the War Mr. H. D. Southgate who served with The Office, and was enjoying a few days’ leave at Essex Regiment during the First World War, the time of his visit. has been with the G.P.O. since 1921 and retires i t i t it in July of this year. He was awarded the Another recent visitor whom we were glad Imperial Service Medal in 1958 and on his to see at Warley was Wing Commander E. J. retirement will have completed 47 years’ uni­ Elliott, o.B.E., who served with the 5th Bn. The formed service. Essex Regiment during the last war. He is now Mr. Southgate was in Holland in 1958 and living at Hutton and is a member of the staff visited the cemetery at Bergen Op Zoom where of Messrs. Ilford Limited. several Essex men are buried. He reports that * * * the cemtery was, as always, beautifully main­ Mr. C. H. King, the energetic Secretary tained. (Honorary) of Saffron Walden Branch of The •k i t it Essex Regiment Association, recently visited Ex-Sgt. 6000001 Arthur B. Smith (Piastre) Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, to see his has written asking for news of some of his old brother. Another visitor, sporting an Essex friends of “ B ” Company, 2nd Bn. The Essex Badge on his blazer proved to be Mr. R. F. Regiment. He would be glad to hear from any Watts, ex-6th and ti Battalions, t9i4-25. As of them and men'ions especially the following: may be expected, Mr. Wans is now a member Sgts. Malyon, Bowyer (Pengy), Bob Smith, of The Saffron Walden and District Branch. Bames, Humphries and Pudney. * * * Mr. Smith is now living at 482, Bramford Road, Ipswich. Mr. King also informs us that Mr. N. D. * * * Hickling, 2nd Bn. The Essex Regiment 1947- 49, who is now a writer in the Royal Navy, Col. N. A. Croft, d .s .o ., M.A., late of The has recently been posted to the Persian Gulf. Essex Regiment, has now retired from rhe Army. He spent his last period of service as * * * Commandant of The Army Apprentices Major J. E. N. Scaife informs us that his School, Harrogate, and has now been appointed son-in-law. Major C. H. Bavin (formerly 2nd as the first Commandant of the Metropolitan Battalion 16th Foot) is now commanding a Police Cadet School at Hendon. Company of t he Junior Leaders Battalion, ★ ★ ★ R.A.S.C, at Bordon. When visiting him re­ Mr. T. Fewster, ex-O.R.Q.M.S. Depot t6th cently, Major and Mrs. Scaife found very Foot, writes to say that he has now settled in little change in the village of Bordon since West Hartlepool, where he is an Inspector of the time they spent there with the 2nd Batta­ the N.S.P.C.C. He and his family will be very lion 16th Foot from 1929 to 1933. glad to see any member of The Regiment who * * * finds himself in his part of rhe country. His Mr. E. Reynolds, of Brad well-on-Sea, writes 'address is 28, Stanhope Avenue, West Hartle­ to tell us that reading his newspaper the other pool, County Durham. day he noted the following letter which the ★ i t h paper had received from Mr. W. Thomas, of We were very pleased to hear from Francis Station Road, Winslow, Bucks.: — Wame who served with The Pompadours in “ I was particularly interested in the recent ■India from 1922-1928. He went out to New letter about the oldest survivor of the Dardan­ 248 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE elles action in 1916—as I reckon I must be the January 1 to July 31, i960, to C/Sgt. Hewitt, youngest survivor of that campaign. who is serving as Orderly Room Sergeant with “ Having made a false statement about my the 1st Battalion, also the Mention in recog­ age when I enlisted, I was only just fifteen when nition of gallant and distinguished services in I went into action in the Dardanelles. I was Malaya during the same period, of Sgt. V. C. present at both evacuations—at Suvla Bay and Collison. Upon the publication of the “ London later at Cape Helles—after six months of action Gazette” the Colonel of the Regiment sent the in tshe 1st Bn. The Essex Regiment. I am now following message to the C.O. of the 1st sixty years old.” Battalion. * * * “ Please convey to C/Sgt. Hewitt and Sgt. Collison the congratulations of Brigadier Paton Major J. C. Salazar has relinquished his appointment as Second-in-Command of the and myself and the Regiment on the recogni­ tion of their distinguished services.” 1st Battalion and after leave in England, flew * * * out to Tanganyika, where he is to serve with die 6th Bn. The King’s African Rifles. We Mr. Peter Brett, who was commissioned as a have heard from him recently and he had a National Service Officer in The Bedfordshire good journey out, less than 24 hours from and Hertfordshire Regiment and served with London. He is settling down but misses the the 1 st Battalion at Goslar, was ordained 1st Battalion. His address is: deacon on Trinity Sunday at Gloucester Cathedral. Since leaving the Regiment Mr. 6th Bn. The King’s African Rifles, Brett has read theology at Emmanuel College, Colito Barracks, Cambridge, where he rowed in his college boat P.O. Box 2000, and was Vice-President of the College Debat­ Dar-es-Salaam, ing Society. Since 1959 Mr. Brett has been Tanganyika, East Africa. at Cuddesdon Theological College. He is tak­ ★ ★ ★ ing a curacy at Tewkesbury Abbey and hopes to marry in August. Major Dick Randall, who was serving in a ★ * * Staff appointment at H.Q., North Midland Area, has relinquished his (appointment and Mr. A. B. Smith, who writes to us from joined the 1st Battalion, where he has taken Braintree, informs us that his father-in-law, over the duties of Second-in-Command. Mr. A. Baker, who served with The Essex ★ ★ ★ Regiment throughout the South African Campaign, is now 83 years old and is living On pages 186 and 187 of the December at Rayne, near Braintree. Also at Rayne is Number an account was published of the Mr. D. H. Smith, brother of the writer, who extremely gallant act of Sgt. Walker in saving served in the 1939-45 War with V2/5th and two young boys from drowning on Sunday, 1 /4th Battalions of The Essex Regiment. September 18, of last year. For this act of gallantry Sgt. Walker has been awarded Her Majesty The Queen's Com­ MILITARY ESSAY mendation, which is recorded in this number. COMPETITION On this occasion the Colonel of the Regiment sent the following letter to Sgt. Walker: 1. BERTRAND STEWART Prize Essay Competition, 1962. 23, Queen Anne’s Gate, Prize £80. Westminster, S.W.i. December 16, i960. Closing date—June 22, 1962. Subject: — I am writing to you on behalf of myself and the whole Regiment to congratulate you N.A.T.O. requires a strong military force to very sincerely on the award to you of the protect Western Europe against outside aggres­ Queen’s Commendation for brave conduct. We sion. This force is provided by one large and are all indeed proud that one of the Regiment many small nations each attempting to main­ should have displayed such outstanding tain its own balanced army. U.N. require, bravery. from time to time, forces for * ‘police ” type It is indeed a credit to you personally and actions. These forces are found from small it rebounds on the Regiment to which you detachments provided by many nations of the belong. world. In case you have not seen the official noti­ Discuss how the armies of nations within fication, I enclose for your retention a copy of N.A.T.O. could best be integrated and the “ London Gazette ” of Friday, December equipped to meet 2, i960. (a) the fuU defensive requirement of * * * N.A.T.O.; In this number we record the award of the (b) calls from the U.N. for assistance in British Empire Medal, in recognition of dis­ “ police” type actions anywhere in tinguished service in Malaya for the period the world; THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 249

(c) national commitments outside the area OUR CONTEMPORARIES of N.A.T.O. command. General conditions for this essay competi­ We acknowledge with thanks: tion will be the same as for the 1961 competi­ The Men of Harlech, The Journal of The tion and can be found in ACI 414 of i960. Welch Regiment. The Royal Army Pay Corps Journal. The Waggoner, The Joumail of the Royal 2. GEORGE KNIGHT CLOWES Memorial Army Service Corps. Prize Essay Competition, 1962. Britannia and Castle, The Journal of The Prizes—First Prize £35; second prize £15, '1st East Anglian Regiment (Royal Norfolk Closing date—March 31, 1962. and Suffolk) Subject: — The Queen’s Own Gazette, The Regimental Napoleon expressed the opinion that in war Journal of The Queen’s Own Royal West Kent the importance of morale in relation to physical Regiment. considerations wais as 3 is to 1. Today, in the St. George’s Gazette, A Regimental Paper nuclear age, the employment of new and re­ for The Fifth Fusiliers. volutionary weapons tends to obscure the The Wish Stream, Journal of The Royal importance of morale as a war winning factor. Military Academy, Sandhurst. Moreover, many modem writers almost en­ The Thistle, journal of The Royal Scots tirely neglect the human aspect. (The Royal Regiment). Discuss this, and give your views on how Mars and Minerva, The Journal of the the morale of the Fighting Services can best Special Air Service Regiment. be sustained in peace and war. The Poacher, Regimental Journal of The General conditions for this essay competi­ 2nd East Anglian Regiment (Duchess of tion will be the same as for the 1961 competi­ Gloucester’s Own Royal Lincolnshire and tion and can be found in ACI 288 of i960. Northamptonshire). The Covenanter, The Regimental Journal of 3. GOLD MEDAL a n d TRENCH GAS­ the Cameronians (Scottish Rifles). COIGNE Prize Essay Competition, 1961. The Light Bob, The Regimental Journal of Prize—Thirty Guineas and Godd Medal. The St-merset and Cornwall Light Infantry. Closing date—October 16, 1961. The Red Hackle, The Chronicle of the Black The subject of the essay may be chosen Watch, The Royal Highland Regiment. from either of the following which rank equally The Roussillon Gazette, A Journal of The in adjudication: — Royal Sussex Regiment. The Lion and the Dragon, Journal of the (a) “ It has been said that the object of King’s Own Royal Border Regiment. studying military history is not to Invicta, The journal of The Queen’s Own acquire information about the past Buffs, The Royal Kent Regiment. but to improve our judgment as to what ought to be done under condi­ tions of actual war. The introduction of nuclear wea­ Editor’s Notes (Continuedfrom page 294) pons both strategic and tactical would seem to have altered the conditions of 3. All articles and notes for reproduction in any future war completely. The Wasp and The Eagle should, if possible, Discuss the extent to which the be typed on one side of the paper only, wit* study of past campaigns is still of any double spacing. When photographs are sub­ value in the training of future com­ mitted for reproduction in The Wasp and The manders of all three Services or could Eagle please state whether permission to repro­ help in the formulation of tactical or duce has been given by die owner of the copy­ strategic concepts for use in such right of the photograph and what caption is a war.” required. 4. A u l A r t ic l e s and N o t e s fo r th e OR D e c e m b e r N u m b e r o f T h e J o u r n a l sh o u ld b e (b) “ The cost and complexity of training s e n t to T h e E d it o r b y n o t la t e r than officers in the Services is steadily in­ N o v e m b e r i , 1961. creasing. Discuss what inter-service 5. The price of The Wasp and The Eagle to action could be taken to ensure that Non-Members of the Regimental Associations the most efficient use is made of funds is 2/6d. per copy, plus postage. and facilities, e.g. integration of 6. Our members can materially assist us in courses and joint use of facilities.” obtaining advertisements. Remember to deal General conditions for this essay competi­ only with firms who advertise in The Wasp and tion are contained in ACI 62 of 1961. The Eagle. 250 THE* WASP AND THE EAGLE

The 3rd EAST ANGLIAN REGIMENT (I6th/44th FOOT) Nominal Hull of Olfiwrs

Colonel o f the Regiment ...... Lieut.-General Sir Reginald F. S. Denning, k .b .e ., c .b ., d .l .

Associate Colonel ...... Brigadier C. M. Paton, C.V.O., c .b .e ., d.l .

A. F. F. H. Robertson REGULAR OFFICERS (T/Major) ...... ist Battalion. J. A. Ward-Booth (T/Major) G.S.O.2, H.Q. District, Brigadiers Nigeria. P. L. Purdy ...... Regimental Recruiting Officer. G. W. H. Peters, c .b .e ., K. T. L. Hole ...... Brigade Int. Platoon, U .K . d .s .o ., m.c...... G.H.Q., M.E.L.F. p- _ L- Philcox, M.c. T. L . G. Charles, c .b .e ., (T/Major) ...... ist Battalion, D.S.O...... The War Office. R. L. Jackson (T/Major) ist Battalion. P. C. Hinde, D.S.O. ... A.A.G., H.Q., Southern A. F. Mackain-Brcmner ... Staff College, Cambcrley Command. (Student). T. F. Bushell ...... Aden Protectorate Levies. H. O. Parker ...... Instructor, Mons O.C.S, (for Colonels Language Course), J. G. Mileham, B.A. ... U .K . Liaison Staff, Ghana. J. W. S c r a g g ...... ist Battalion. M. L. A. Duffie ...... Staff Cap ain, War Office, G. C. Lucas ...... ist Battalion, Lieutenant-Colonels W. ). G . Hancock ...... ist Battalion. K. Burch ...... Staff College, Camberley T. J. Barrow, D.s.o. ... H.Q., Land Forces, Horg (Student). Kong. J. R. Oldfield (T/Maior) ... British Liaison Staff, Canada. H. C. Gregorv, m .c ., t .d . O.C., J.S.S.C. G. N. Dean (T/M ajor) ... Nigeria Military Forces, West C. D. J. A. Tempest ... Inspectorate of Fighting Africa. vehicles, Min. of Supply. R. H. H. Dinnin ...... K irg ’s African Rifles, East D. Milman, M.c...... G .S.O .i, A.O.R.G. Africa. M. W. Holme, o .b .e ., m .c . Comd. ist Battalion. B. M. Parsons ...... G.S.O.3, H.Q., Aldershot District, C. M. F. Randall ...... ist Battalion, Majors P. H. Gill ...... ist Battalion. M. W. Green ...... Adjutant, Jungle Warfare R. H. A. Painter ...... S.P. Staff, War Office. School. Malaya. G. A. L u c a s ...... Staff Capt., War Office A. F. R o g e rs...... 2 E. Anglian. M. V. McArthur ...... Army Apprentices’ School, M. D. Wilson ...... Nigeria Military Forces, West Carlisle. Africa, H. F. Rawkins ...... H.Q., Singapore Base District. P. J. R. Alderton ...... ist Battalion. A. J. M. Parry, M.c. H. D. Lucas ...... Nigeria Military Forces. West (T/Lt.-Col.) ...... G .S.O .i. SHAPE Mission. Africa. D. J. Cairns ...... Ghana Regt.. West Africa. B. W. Cridland ...... Junior Leaders Bn., Oswestry, J. S. Greene, M.C...... G.S.O.2. Methods Wing. M. Tones ...... ist Battalion. Intelligence Centre. P. F. Chapman ...... 1 st Battalion. I. J. D. Stevenson-Hamilton, D. J. Thorogood ...... 1st Bn. (course in Australia). D.S.O. (T/Lt.-Col.). ... G .S.O .i. (MA). Addis Ababa. S. A. G r e e n ...... Adjutant, 5 Bedfs. / 1 Hens. D. S. Farr, T.D...... D.A.Q.M.G., H.Q„ Western (T.A.). Command. W. R. W. Pike ...... ist Battalion, B. J. Palmer, m.b .e. G .S 0 .2, Ministry of Defence. D, W. Browne, M.c. G.S.O.2, G.H.Q., FARELF. D. G. Wells ...... ist Battalion, R. H. Medley ...... Training Major, 4 Essex J. E. Hutchings ...... ist Battalion. (T.A.). J. C. Salazar, M.c...... K 'ng’s African Rifles, East Afr!< Lieutenants C. C. Norbury, M.B.E., M.C. D.A.Q.M.G., The War Office. P. E. Edwards ...... H.O„ Land Forces, Hong R. T. Sibley Brigade Depot (Holdee). Kong. C. B. Scott Staff. Far East Training R. J. Randall ...... 1 st Battalion. Centre, Malava. H. M. Lloyd ...... Brigade^ Depot (Holdee) att. P. S. Morton ... 2nd Bn. Parachute Regiment, G . R. Barnett ist Battalion. C. A, Stahelin ...... Aden Protectorate Levies. D. R. Palmer Sarawak Rangers, J. V. Miseroy ...... G.S.O.2, U .K. Liaison Staff, P. J. Sincock ist Battalion, Malaya. M. AdVin ist Battalion. D. R. C. Carter B.M.. Infantry B^e. (T.A.). D. W. F. Taylor Pararhute Regiment, D. G. M. Anstee ...... Brigade Depot (Holdee) att. P. W. King ... ist Battalion. r Ta p .c . W. T . Dodd 22 S.A.S. Regiment R. J. Gresty ...... Brigade Depot (Holdee). R. G. Bates Trg. Sub. Brigade Depot, J. A. Bacon ...... 1 st Battalion. M. T. Lew's ... ist Battalion, G. C. P. Morgan ...... B.M.. Infantry Bde. Group. A. R. A. Veitch ist Battalion. B.A.O.R. Second-Lieutenants Captains R. S. Cross ...... 1st Battalion. E. W. Fox ...... Br;sade Depo* (HoMee) a»t. C. A. Styles ...... i»t Battalion. Div. Prov. Unit. B.A.O.R. P. D. Blyth (T/Major) S.O.2. Federation Armed Forces School of Instruc- Quartermasters Milgva. W. D. Page Staff Capt., Infantry Bde. P. Hale (L t.-C o l.)...... Army Apprentice*’ School, Group, B.A.O.R. Arborfield. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

R. H. Brooks (Major) R.A.P.C. Training Centre. Quartermasters L . B. Day (Major) ... M.Q. Staff, Tripoli. V. A. French (Capt.) 5 Bedfs. / i Herts. (T.A.). ' H. J. Hardwidge (Major) H.Q., Land Forces, Hong E. T. Stevart (Capt.) Q .M ., Command Pay Office, Kong. B.A.O.R. W. A. Moody (Capt.) For E.R.E., Aden. D. J. Bcbbington (Capt.) ist Battalion. D. V. Crosier (Capt.) 4 Essex (T.A.) SHORT SERVICE OFFICERS S. A. Burrage (Lt.) ist Battalion Lieutenants EXTENDED SERVICE OFFICERS B. E. J. White i E. Anglian. M . R. J. Dutton Ghana Military Forces, West Majors Africa, P. F. Bye ist Battalion. S. A. Chandler C .M .P.E., Malta. M. W. C. Phillips P.S.O ., East Anglian Brigade Team. Second-Lieutenants E. G. Knight ... Staff Captain, The War Office. K . Woodrow ...... ist Battalion. Captains Quartermasters G . A. Chilton Staff Captain, H.Q., Scottish Command. A. J. Nudds (Major) ... Staff Capiain, H.Q., B.A.O.R. W. H. S. Thomas, M.B S.S.O ., H.Q., Iserlohn. A. W. Aiilbourn P.S.O ., Airborne Force* Depot. NATIONAL SERVICE OFFICERS J. V. Danks (T/Major) D .A.A.Q .M .G ., H.Q., B.A.O.R. H. C. Clark ...... Staff Captain, Mid - West Second-Lieutenants District. N. W. Nichols Staff Captain. H.Q., M.E.L.F. R. W. Hurles Ghana Military Forces, West D. B. Riches Range Officer, Sennelager, Africa, B.A.O.R. V, J. Gee ist Battalion, F. H. Crouchman (T/Major) O.C. H.Q, Company, Brigade M . A. Philcox i E. Anglian, Depot. D. W. Shaw ist Battalion

NOMINAL ROLL OF WARRANT OFFICERS AND SERGEANTS (Including Warrant Officers and Sergeants of Other Regiments serving with 3 East Anglian)

W.O.I L. McKtan ... Bedfs./Hert». (T.A.). Sgt. N. Roberts Jungle Warfare School, W.O.I R. Luicombe 4 Essex (T.A.). FARELF W.O.I R. Baldry ... ist Battalion. Sgt. I . Maslen Brigade Depot, W.O.I D. Driscoll ... 4/5 Nonhamptons. Sgt." :t. B. ~Day ist Battalion. W.O.I J. Pearson British Mil. Mission, Libya. (A/C/Sgt.) (B.M.) Sgt. J. DeBretton - Gordon ist Battalion. W.O.I R. Brown ... ist Battalion. (B.M.) sg(,A/LC/ScSii, ...... I E. Anglian. W.O.II M. Hogarty ist Battalion. (A/C/Sat.) y' W.O.II V. Herd ... Bedfs./Herts. (T-A.)- Sgt. E . Hiscock 1st Battalion. (A /W.O.I) Sgt. A. Appleton ...... 4 Essex (T.A.). W.O.II W. Hutchings Bedfs./Herts. (T.A.). Set. T . K e ll y ...... Bedfs./Hens. (T.A.). W.O.II D. Bailey ... ist Bn. (G.H.Q., FARELF). Sgt. A. Herron ...... 1st Battalion. W.O.II H. Ingham ... Brigade Depot. Sgt. D. Jones ...... 1st Battalion, W.O.II R. Jenrs ... 1st Battalion, S i t C . Ladley ist Battalion. W.O.II A. Charlesworth ist Battalion. (A/C/S«t.) "• W.O.II W. Bedford A .A .S.. Aborfield. Sgt. W. Tranham ...... ist Battalion. W.O.II L. Cotter ... Bedfs./Herts. (T.A.). Sgt. R . Copley ...... Bedfs./Hcrtt. (T.A.). Sgt. I. DalUmoce ...... Bedfs./Herts. (T.A.). W.O.II M. Franks ... Inf. Junior Leaders Battalion, Sgt. P. Cooboy ...... ist Battalion. W.O.II I. Parrott ... , ist Battalion. Sgt. W. Potion ...... Special Recruiter W.O.II J. Bowman Brigade Depot. Sgt. M. Clifton ...... A.A.S., Carlisle. W.O.II K. Simmonds 1st Battalion. Sgt. T. Johns ...... Admin. Unit, Nicosia, C/Sgt. A. Ealden ... Sgt. T . Hardy ...... ist Battalion. (A/W.O.II) 4 Essex (T.A.). Sgt. B. Philip ...... 1st Battalion. C/Sgt. A. Jerrom ... Brigade Depot. Sgt. R. Tempieman 1st Battalion. C/Sgt. T. Herring 4 Essex (T.A.). Sgt. H. Dixon ...... Reinforcement Camp, Aden, (A/W.O.II) Sgt. D. Goodall ...... ist Battalion. C/Sgt. R. Russell ... „ 1 at Battalion. Sgt. V. Collin son ...... 1st Battalion. (A/W.O.TI) Sgt. M. Law ...... Brigade Depot, C/Sgt. T, Kochanek H.Q.. Infantry Division. Sgt. Sheppard ...... ist Battalion. C/Sgt. R. Hewitt, b .b.m . 1st Battalion, Sgt. V. Baggaridge ...... Bedfs./Herts. (T.A.). C /S g t. L. Nicholls itt Battalion. Sgt. D. Harris ...... 1st Battalion, (A/W.O.II) Sgt. T . Bullock ...... ist Battalion. C/Sgt. A. Pettitt ...... ist Battalion. Sgt. F . Crackncll ...... Brigade Depot. Sgt. J. Marlow ...... M .C .T .C .. Colchester. Sgt. G. Faint Bm /Kerti. (T.A.). Sgt. O. Smith ...... 2 E. A-glian. Sgt. J. Killen ...... Commonwealth Brigade, Sgt. W. Kielv ...... lit Batta’ on. FA R ELF. Sgt. I. Burchell ...... rst Battalion. Sgt. P. South ist Battalion, Sgt. H. George H.Q., Malacca Garrison. Ball ist Battalion. (A/C/Sgt.) 2# £ Tucker i s i Battalion. Sgt. J. Vaughan ...... Schoql of Inf. (Clerks Wing). S§**• jt. G.5 Taylor 1 E. Anglian. (A/C/Sgt.) • Evans 1 E. Anglian. Sgt. W. Phillips ...... ist Battalion. Sp Simmons 4 Essex (T.A.). (A/Q/^?t.) Sit _ Bennett Spccial Recruiter Sgt. P. Watson ...... ist Battalion. s*t. N. Cox . . Special Recruiter (A/C/Sgt.) Sgt. c . Dunn ... Camp Kowloon, Hong Kong. Sgt. E.,,N ewltt ...... 1 B . Anglian. ,, Sgt. A. Jennings 1 st Battalion. Sgt. A. Halev ...... l*t Battalion, sft. M. Forster H.Q.. Inf. Brigade Group. Sgf. W. Bray bro o k ...... tst Battalion. Sr. R Batchelor 1st Battalion. 252 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE ist Battalion November saw the complete move of the Battalion by companies to the new camp at Terendak Camp a few miles from Malacca town. Everyone was sorry to leave Ipoh but the excellent accommodation ait the new camp and its proximity to ithe sea is some consolation. “ C ” Company were the last to leave operations and came out of the jungle on November 5. They were the first to go in on December 27, 1959, but of those that went in only six or seven came out. This is not as grim as it sounds as the rest were casualties to “ civvy street ” and the inevitable reshuffle within the Battalion. As we move towards an all regular Battalion it will be pleasant not to have to say farewell so often to familiar faces.

[Photograph by : Capt. C. M. F. Randall INTERNAL SECURITY EXERCISE O.C. operations, Major C. C. Norbury, M.B.E., examines the captured pistol with the local Police Officer represented by Capt. D. J. Thorogood.

entirely to Internal Security Training culminat­ ing in a Battalion exercise. The “ rioting mob ” was easily found from within the Battalion to­ gether with our Asian Staff. In conjunction with a realistic improvised Middle East Type Police Officer and his men the “ situation ” was soon restored. Cars borrowed by the “ terrorists ” had weapons hidden in all sorts of places to test the searchers at road blocks. [Photograph by : British Army Public Relations Service, After being continually searched for a whole G.H.Q., FARBLF. day the cars were somewhat the worse for wear Cpl. R. Leeks hoists the Regimental Flag at and the owners suffered the indignity of having Terendak Camp, to push them to make them start as the bat­ teries had been run absolutely flat with the fre­ quent starting and stopping! December was spent in settling down, getting Thursday 'the 19th was January’s h ig day all the dubs and sports going and enjoying when we had the Administrative Inspection. Christmas. There were plenty of parties, a The previous fortnight had been spent in clear­ dance and an excellent Concert Party which was ing the skeletons out of various cupboards and the result of a Talent Competition where there we all had to get back to parading as a Battalion certainly was no shortage of talent. There also again, and generally shake the jungle out of our seemed to be no shortage erf the Christmas hair. In the event the day passed off smoothly “ Spirit.” One week in the month was devoted and everyone’s hard work was rewarded with a THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 253

[Photograph by : British Army Public Relations Service, G.H.Q., FA R E LF. VISIT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WAR TO THE ist BATTALION The Secretary of State for War leaves the cookhouse of the ist Battalion at Terendak Camp, Malacca, when he visited Army Units in Malaya recently. On his left is S.QM.S. R. Reddish. With The Ri. Hon. John Profumo, O.B.E., M.P., is the C.O., Lt.-Col. M. W. Holme, O.B.E., M.C., and Capt. W. J. G. Hancock. good report. It is perhaps worth recording that Sport plays an important part in our Mfe here the Inspecting Officer wrote to thank us for an and inter-Company matches in hockey and enjoyable day. soccer go on all the time. The Battalion hockey That is the hroad outline and now for some team with very little time to train did well to erf (he other events which took place over the reach the Divisional Finals and were only period. beaten in the second half of extra time. They are also doing well in the Malacca League. The OUR CHIEF VISITORS football team, although minus sever: 1 of its stars Our chief visitors were Field Marshal Sir of last year’s triumphant season, are quickly Gerald and Lady Templer, the Bishop of Maid­ settling down and new talent lm appeared. stone, the Rt. Hon. John Profumo, P.C., O.B.E., With any luck you will be reading more of M .P., Secretary of State for War, the Rt. Hon. them in the months ahead. Duncan Sandys, m .p ., Secretary of State for AIRPORT ABILITY Commonwealth Relations, and our new Austra­ lian Brigade Commander, Brigadier Hassett. For many soldiers whose soldiering had been On December i the overland party of Lts. spent in anti-terrorist jungle operations, train­ Pike, Sincock and Cpl. Carroll arrived safely in ing for conventional war is entirely new and the their Austin Gypsy having driven from England emphasis here is on airportability. Each Com­ to Malaya in 58 days. The Band was there to pany has practised emplaning and deplaning play them in and the C.O. welcomed them with and are wdl practiced in turning out properly a glass of champagne. loaded and equipped at short notice. Crossing Several dubs have been started and are going rivers using improvised equipment and assault well. Being close to the sea makes fishing a landings on the coast have added to the interest popular pastime and several good catches have of training. been made. The good ship Pompadour has February was primarily an “ Airportable" been thoroughly overhauled and some attempts month with our work geared towards preparing ait the large fish known to exist further out to the Battalion to move by air anywhere in the sea can now be made. Far East with very little notice. Early in the 254 THE WASP AND THB EAGLE month each of the four rifle Companies flew SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY either from Malacca to Kuala Lumpur (the capitaj of Malaya which is about 100 miles BY away) or from Kuala Lumpur to Malacca. We L ie u t e n a n t -G e n e r a l S ir R e g in a l d D e n n in g , flew in Bristol Freighters from the Royal New k .b .e ., C.B., D.L. Zealand Air Force, and although the flight only Colonel, The 3rd East Anglian Regiment lasted jusit over half an hour, it was an interest­ (i6ch/44th Foot). ing introduction to flying to many new mem­ Terendak Camp, Malacca. bers of the Battalion. One Company had a chance of looking at flying from the other end I repeat the gracious message from the when they provided the enemy on the ground Colonel-in-Chief, Queen Elizabeth The Queen for an air attack exercise by Scimitars and Sea Mather, which Her Majesty commanded me to Vixens from the Aircraft Carrier H.M.S. deliver to the Battalion and which I read out Hermes. The Aircraft Carrier was about 300 on the parade yesterday: miles away and the planes flew “ dry” sorties “ I send to all ranks of The 3rd East Anglian on to us on the first day and then on the second Regiment my warmest greetings. day we watched them firing live rockets into “ The Battalion is often in my thoughts and the hillside across the valley. During the next I have followed with interest your recent activi­ week quite a large number of soldiers were able ties in the Far East. to go down to Singapore to see H.M.S. Hermes “ Your varying roles in Malaya have often and they spent a very enjoyable day seeing, to be carried out in arduous and difficult con­ amongst many other things, the planes which ditions, and I have learned with pride that the had attacked them. high reputation of the Battalion has been most Lieutenant-General Sir Reginald Denning, worthily maintained during the past year. “I wish you all God speed and good fortune.” k .b .e ., C .B ., d .l ., the Colonel o f the Regiment, and Lady Denning, spent a week with the Bat­ (signed) E l iz a b e t h , R. talion and saw all sides of our work and play. During the week, among many other things, On leaving the Battalion after my visit, I wish the General inspected a Battalion Parade, when to express to Lt.-Col. Holme and all ranks, my he read a message to the Battalion from our entire satisfaction with the high moral, good Colonel-in-Chief, Queen Elizabeth The Queen order and efficiency of rhe Battalion. Mother, which is included in the special order It is quite apparent to me, both from what of the day reproduced here. He also watched I have seen and from what the Commander-in- the Battalion football team beat the Malacca Chief, the Divisional Commander and other State Chinese side 4-0. Commanders have said to me, that whatever

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{PhotofTaph b y ; Capt. C. M F. Randdl “ The Suspects ” Caged. W arrant Officers and Sergeants of the Ist. Battalion Third East Anglian Regiment (I6th/44th Foot) Visit of the Colonel of the Regiment, Lieutentant General Sir2Reginald]Denning,*K.B.E., C.B., D.L. At Fort George, Malacca, Malaya, on February 8, 1961.

[Photograph : Beauty Photo Co.

Sft. kicJy, Set. Philip. S/Sfl. Newstead (R.E.M.E.). C/Sgt. Imdfey. Sgt. (oil iso a, S Sgt. Batchelor (R.A.P.C.). Sgl. While. Set. Fowler. Sgt. Green. Sgt. East. Sgt. Prudom (A.C»C.>, Sgt. Hardy, C/Sgt. Phillips. Set. Liaaett. Sgt. Bullock. D rum Mlaj. Austin, .Sgt. Haley, Sgt. Tucker. Sgt. South, Sgt. Batchelor. Sgt. Perry. C/Sgt. Watson. C/Sgt. De-Bretton-Gordon. C'Sgt. Pettitt, C/Sgt. Day. Sgt. Edwards (A.P.T.C.), O.R.C.S. Hewitt. B.E.M. Sgt.. T ra ah aju . Sgt. Brayhrook. Sgt. Biaf (R.A.O.C.), Sgt. Warrea (R.E.M.E.), C Sgt. McNamee, Sgt. Herron. Sgt. Jon*'.. Sgt. Tenplenan. Sgt. Conboy. Sgt. Hiscock, Sgt. BurcheU, Sgt. Shepperd, Sgt. Harris. Sgt. Ball. W .O .II Reddish. B.E.M. (A.C.CJ. C.S.M. Parrott. C.S.M. Hogarty. R.Q.M.S. Jeaas. Lt.-Col. M. W. Holme, O.B.E.. M.C.. R.S.M. Baldry. Lt.-General Sir Reginald F. S. D enning, K.B.E.. C.B.. D.L.. W.O.I Brows (Bandmaster), Major Salarar, M.C.. C.S.M. Baile>. C J K . Nichols. C.S.M. Simmouds. W.O.II Catherwood (R.A.P.C.). Sgt. GoodaJl “ ■ S g tJ. ij6 THE WASP AND THB EAGLE

[photograph by : British Army Public Relations Service, GM.Q., FARELF. The Brigade Commander visits the Sergeants’ Mess. Left to right: D/M. Austin, the Brigade Commander, R.S.M. Baldry, Sgt. Bullock, C/Sgt. Watson.

the Battalion is given to do or undertakes, it coach given to us by the Nuffield Trust. It docs well, whether it be on operations in the seats 12 and can be chartered for almost any jungle, on training or on the many other duties purpose. When shared by a full load the run­ it is given. ning costs are very low and it will provide I could not have had a more satisfying nor people with a cheap and comfortable method of happy visit and I thank you all for making it so. getting round and about. I leave with a feeling of pride that the Bat­ The Divisional Individual Fencing Cham­ talion is so worthily upholding the traditions of pionships were held this month, in which our Regiment, and indeed, enhancing them. S/Sgt. Day won the Champion at Arms Shield Good luck to you all. for the second year in succession by winning (signed) R eginald D enning. foil and sabre with a 2nd place in epee. Capt. Colonel of The 3rd East Anglian Regiment Randall won the epic. The Battalion Team was (i6th/44th Foot). already through to the FARELF Final which will be held in Hong Kong in May, so we will ★ ★ # be well represented there. The “Ides of •March” as described by Shake­ In lighter vein, the following report from our speare in “ Julius Caesar ” had their counterpart “ roving correspondent ” of a march to Port with a stormy period here. The “ horrors ” of Dickson show that the infantry in this nuclear Sumaitras, the sudden storms of gaile force when age have not lost the use of their feet. A glos­ nothing keeps the rain out, and the jetty fish sary of terms used was found necessary for season are not yet upon us but the local sages those not fluent in local parlance. say /they are approaching! We are, however, one up on Caesar for nowhere is it recorded 10 PLATOON MARCH TO that he feasted on fish and chips while we have a “ mobile ” in the form of a one-tonner suit­ PORT DICKSON ably equipped which produces for 50 cents “ We intend to match 40 miles to Port (i/2d.) fish, chips, bread, butter and tea several Dickson.” Thus one momentous morning in nights a week round the camp. Another wel­ February Ten Platoon Commander, held in an come amenity is provided by die Austin Omni­ arm4ock by Platoon Sgt. Philip, shattered the THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

mander conducted a sparkling Malay conversa­ tion with a local youth. Forty-five minutes later the local football team arrived immaculately dad. Apparently “ Tuan” in a moment of in­ coherence had accepted a game. We lost 3—I. That evening we prepared our meals in what is usually termed “ a welter of publicity.” Our solid fuel cookers were too much for die local natives who were still rubbing sticks together. Consequently a soldier only had to brew up and he was deified by a reverent crowd. No joss- sticks were seen but it was a close thing. The platoon was lulled to sleep this night by the Chinese version of Baa Baa Black Sheep, with English sub-tides, sung in superb cacophony by a crowd of school children. Wednesday—and the last stage. Even the cynical comments stopped coming now. The only sound apart from the unsteady shuffle of blistered feet was the nashing of teeth deter­ minedly set. The miles ground past very slowly and the halts became longer. At last at approxi­ mately 1500 hours the platoon crawled over the [Photograph by Pte. Difalco last imaginary sand dune to their oasis. As we 10 Platoon resting on the padang on their march wiped the sweat from our eyes we found it was to Port Dickson none other than Major “ Billy Budin” Phil- cox’s holiday camp. The journey was over. (Thinks: “ Thanks to HxxLxxxKs!) customary calm of “ D ” Company office. It GLOSSARY OF TERMS was reported that the Company clerk even stopped typing. Port Dickson: Town and bathing resort on So it was that, one very early morning, our West Coast of Malaya—famous for sunsets. gallant band began its Hannibal-like trek. Only Kampong: Prefix to village names to show the elephants were missing—although after a it is a Kampong (village). few miles some of the weaker brethren “ The Pompadour ” : Battalion boot bought appeared to be carrying them in their packs. for $47.00 (£6) and renovated. Famous for the Slowly the sparkling wit changed to a more voyage from Lumut to Fort George (see last cynical type of comment as the sweat began to edition Wasp and Eagle). run more freely. Pace by pace the distance was Lubok: Another prefix to denote village, pos­ covered and at 1300 hrs. we fell into the sea at sibly smaller than a kampong, very confusing. Kampong Tengah, thirteen miles from camp. ‘ Bashered up*: From noun basha; a rough This was not a navigational error. The Platoon shelter manufactured on the spot from any Commander chose this beautiful spot as the available resources. Intended to keep the tain overnight base. An afternoon’s bathing was out. Verb to basha up requires no further followed by a good meal. Soon, lulled by the explanation. gentle lopping of the waves and the whining of Tuan: Malay for sahib, effendi and literally a thousand mosquitos, the Platoon slept. Tues­ * lord,* but that is going a hit too far. day morning and the night atop was just a Joss stick: Sticks of incense to be found pleasant memory. Placing one foot in front burning everywhere. Gods like die smell. of the other soon became automatic again. So Devils apparently do not. automatic that one rest was brightened by the sight of a rifleman vanishing over the horizon in a trance-like state after disregarding the An exercise on moving the Battalion rapidly order to halt. He was recaptured and switched was put on without any warning at the begin­ off soon afterwards. ning of April. Companies out on training miles The main task on Tuesday was the crossing away and soldiers on leave returned at speed of the linggi estuary. That splendid maid of and by dint of much effort and little sleep we aU work, “ The Pompadour,” came to our aid were concentrated, loaded and equipped in punctually and this obstacle was soon sur­ under sixteen hours of getting the warning. We mounted. With 15 miles of slogging behind us, were stood down just before we were about to we arrived in the middle of a cloudburst at move and gradually things resumed their nor­ Lubok Cinra and *bashared up ’ on die local mal tempo with companies returning to their padang. During the afternoon the platoon com­ training areas, etc. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

[Photograph by: Capt. C. M . F . Randall Two of the many yachts available to all ranks getting under sail

final, and if successful still, the final. It will be asking a lot of the team to pull off the FA R E LF Cup for a second time too but it will not be for lack of trying. The following promotions have taken place:'— 2/Lts. A. R. A. Veitch and P. F. Bye to Lieutenant. Lts. J. E. Hutchings and W. R. W. Pike to Captain. The following have left the Battalion: — \Phato : Capt. Randall. Major C. C. Norbury and Capt. M. L. A. Duffie for duty at The War Office; Major J. C. Salazar for duty with the King’s Training for Borneo has again been the African Rifles; 2/Lt. D. W. Weatcott to priority and another Parachute Course has been Brigade Depot for a course, and 2/Lt. P. successfully completed by a party of 20. The B. Light to Brigade .Depot for N.S square has been well used lately while the Release. Command-er-in-ChiePs Guard rehearsed. In The following have arrived: — Bangkok too the Regiment is well represented Major R. J. Randall for duty as Second-in- as .the Band went up there in a destroyer to play Command; Major R. C. C. Greener, Lt. at the British Ambassador’s Reception on The M. J. Lewis and 2/Lt. P. W. Wright Queen’s birthday. They beat Retreat by flood­ from East Anglian Brigade Depot for light at the Embassy. They also made several duty with the Battalion. public performances including one on tele­ R.Q.M.S. R. Jenns has been awarded the vision. The Thai’s gave them a great reception Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. and the trip, though packed with engagements, was much enjoyed. TTiey were fortunately able to fit in a sight-seeing tour and saw the Overland to join the 1st Battalion magnificent palace and temples. in Malaya It has been a great month for sport both in In the December number, i960, on pages 192 golf and football. Sgt. Edwards, A.P.T.C., won and 193, an account was given of the adven­ the FA R E L F Golf Championship and with Pte. turous journey of Lt. (now Capt.) W. Pike, Lt. Cooper won the FA R E LF Inter-Regimental P. Sincock and Cpl. Carroll to join the ist Shield. Battalion in Malaya by overland route. Earlier it was mentioned that more might be All went well with the team and they arrived heard of this year’s Battalion football team and at Terendak Camp on Thursday, December 1, this has been borne out. In rapid succession having made the journey in fifty-eight days. this month we have beaten The Field Regiment, We are indebted to The British Army Public R.A., 3—r, The Gurkha Rifles 7—I, The Field Relations Service, 17 Gurkha Division/Over­ Regiment, R.A., I—o, and The L.A.A. Regi­ seas Commonwealth Land Forces for the fol­ ment, R.A., 5—o to win the Divisional Cup for lowing interesting report of the team’s arrival the second year in succession. The team is now at the Battalion’s Camp, Malacca, and interviews on its way to Hong Kong for the FARELF semi- which were had with them: — THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 259

[Photograph by: Capt. C. M . F. Randall The Battalion Football Team with the Divisional Football Cup won for the second year in succ'ssion. Back row (left to right): Sgt. Warren, King, Kearns, Curtis, Scott, Fairbroiher, Ayers. From row (left to right): Parrot, Slocome, the C.O., Linney, Lt. Bebbington (O i/c team), Abery, Usher

[Photograph by: Capt. C. M. F. Randall Team prizes won by the ist Battalion up to May 1, 1961, since its arrival in Malaya. Back row

A champagne welcome awaited the two on an autobahn. The first really extraordinary young British Army officers and a Corporal experience they had was in the middle of the when they arrived ait Terendaik Camp, near Dash-e-Lut desert in Iran. This desert is re­ Malacca, in Malaya, a few days ago after driving puted to be the driest in the world, and while overland from England. The trio, Lt. P. J. Sin- crossing it they came across an Englishman cock, 24, Little Blakey, Danbury, Essex, Capt. resting near his scooter. He was exhausted and W. R. W. Pike, 26, 170, Trinity Street, Gains­ his machine had broken down. He said he came borough, lines, and Cpl. P. D. Carroll, 22, from Coventry and had been a merchant sea­ Clark Street, Ladywood, Birmingham, made the man for some years. Having seen the world by journey in fifty-eight days . . . and this may sea he now wanted to see it by land. Lt. Sin­ well be a world record time for the eleven cock said: “ The amazing thing about this thousand .two hundred mile trip. Said Capt. chap was that he was not the slightest tat per­ Pike: “ The funny thing about it ail is that the turbed about his predicament. He had hardly whole thing started as a joke. Eventually, how­ any water left and here he was stranded in the ever, it became so serious that we could not middle of the desert, miles from anywhere. We back out. Still I wouldn’t have missed it for helped him to get his scooter started and filled anything. It was the greatest adventure of my up his water bottle before we pushed on.” life.” In India the travellers enjoyed seeing the Taj When they arrived at their unit ait Fort Mahal before facing the big problem of getting George, near Malacca, on Thursday, December across (the River Ganges. Lt. Pike told us: “ We 1, in their dusk-caked vehicle, the Commanding were assured that we could cross by rail ferry Officer of the ist Battalion, Lt.-Col. M. W. or steamer at Bihar, but when we got there the Holme, was there to greet them. So, too, were ferry wasn’t working and the steamer was for eight hundred men of The Pompadours who passengers only. For a time it looked as if we were lined along the last hundred yards of the were stranded but luckily we were able to hire team’s journey into camp. The Commanding a sailing boat and so decided to ferry the vehicle Officer congratulated the three adventurers on down river on this. It turned out to be a their fine trip and said: “ Well done. A fine dangerous operation as there was no road on the effort. We are proud of you.” Then there was other side of the Ganges for forty-two miles. champagne for the trio. We were glad to get off.” Later the adventurers spoke to reporters about The adventurers ran into more trouble at their journey. They all agreed .that it had been Shillong in Assam where they were held up for tough going and very rough at times. six days trying to get a pass which would take Said Lt. Sincock: “ This journey taught me them through the Naga Hills. Every person one thing more than anything else . . . and they .tried refused them permission and for a that is never to give up. Several times we could time it looked as if they would have to ship the have thrown in the towel, but we kept plugging vehicle to Calcutta. The soldiers did not give on. We encountered many difficulties and on up, however, and on the sixth day they got per­ one or two occasions we were told we could not mission to go through. The Naga Hills is a go any further.” “ It was undoubtedly our disturbed area and because of the local tribes­ determination to get through at all costs,” said men—former headhunters—causing trouble the Cpl. Carroll, “ that led to our success. It was team had to go through with a heavily guarded a great adventure . . . something I shall re­ military convoy. member for the rest of my life.” “ It was at Meiktila, in Burma, that it really The target for the journey was 58 days and looked as if the journey had come to an end,” the team made it with three hours to Spare. To said Lt. Sincock. The rear wheel came off while achieve this, however, they had to drive night they were travelling at fifty miles an hour and and day for the last three days of the trip. they had a miraculous escape. The vehicle Plans for the journey started to take shape skidded for a hundred and fifty yards before about nine months ago when Austin Motors of stopping. Said L t Sincock: “ H ie damage to Longbridge, Birmingham, decided to back the the axle looked beyond repair and it seemed as three adventurers and supply them with a new if we would have to make a 350-mile journey to Austin Gypsy vehicle. Several other firms Rangoon by train to see if they could get the joined the venture, but the personal cost to the necessary spare parts. There was an Army three lads was about three hundred and twenty camp nearby, however, and we went along to pounds between them. Said Lt. Sincock: “ The see if they oould do anything for us. Our luck money didn’t worry us at all. It was only our was in for a little Burmese mechanic there said wages for the period we were 00 leave, plus he could do the job. We breached again. To get twenty pounds each which we all paid out of the spare parts the mechanic stripped down a our own pockets.” Burmese Air Force vehicle and used them to The journey itself was interesting and pretty build up our axle.” The adventurers were 0*1 exciting at times. Eariy on they encountered their way again in four hours, but their troubles little difficulty, although in Yugoslavia they were were not over. At the Burmese Thai border fined ten shillings for exceeding the speed limit they encountered yet another hazard. The river THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 261

[Photograph b y : Capt. C . M . F . Randall The C.O., Lt.-Col. Holme, toasts the adventurers. Left to right: Cpl. Carroll, Lt, Sincock, Capt. Pike. which should have been low at this time of the TH E EA ST ANGLIAN BRIGADE year was a raging torrent. They decided they should have a go and drove DEPOT into the river—only to get stuck half way. Cpl. Carroll said: “ Luckily (here were about thirty natives on the bank of the river and they ran GENERAL into the river to help us. After a great struggle Since our last notes in September we have we managed to haul the vehicle over to the been more than three times our designed other side.” From Thailand to Malaya it was strength by taking as many National Service­ plain sailing and the first thing to strike them men as possible to help fill the Regular about Malaya, they said, was the quality of the Battalions. We can now begin to breathe more roads. Lt. Sincock said that the roads were freely as the last National Service intakes passed some of the best that they had travelled on. out on February 3, 1961. However, the AU three concluded: “ It was a great more Regular recruits who come through the adventure.” gate the better and we hope they will flood in. At present we have three Platoons, of 30 men each, under training, and some 20 recruits It is worth your while to read the waiting to start. We would be happier if these numbers were doubled! advertisements in this magazine. The main highlights during the last six months have been our first Annual Administra­ Please mention “ The Wasp and tion Inspection, Christmas festivities and the Eagle” when purchasing from passing out of the last National Service intake. The District Commander, Major-General firms who advertise in these Talbot was the Inspecting Officer for this first annual inspection and as there was no question pages. of impeding the training of recruits and the Junior Soldiers’ Wing we were very hard put to 262 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE get everything as we would like it. All went well, particulartly in the Q.M.’s spheres of influence, and we can be more than satisfied with the report. However, the unannounced practice fire alarm, which went off smoothly, was somewhat marred as the Staff Officer, who announced that the hut he was standing in was on fire, wtas surprised to see three eager soldiers promptly take the fire buckets, etc., outside on parade, instead, we presume, of the water being tipped out there and then on the hut floor! The essence of a successful Christmas is the help shown by all and sundry in making the festivities go.- this was there in force, par­ ticularly from C.S.M.I. Talkington and the Physical Training staff, and the Sergeants’ Mess, who carried out the decorations for the Permanent Staff dance and decorated the cinema for the children’s party and the Junior Ranks Club. 2/Lt. Cole, R.A.E.C., who is a Magic Circle civilian conjuror in his own right, bemused the children with an admirable show, and Sgt. Curzon was a splendid Father Christmas. These activities were a great success and enjoyed by all and sundry. A Service of Seven Carols and Seven Lessons was also held in the Gymnasium; the Band of Junior Soldiers playing and the Lessons read by various ranks [photograph by Studio Five, 12 , Bridge Street, included one read by Junior L/Cpl. Steeples. Thelford Norfolk. The next highlight was the visit of General Sir Gerald Lathbury, G.O.C.-an-C., Eastern General Sir Gerald Lathbury, K.C.B., D.S.O., Command, who took the last National Service M.B.E., G.O.C.-in-C., Eastern Command, pre­ senting the boxing cup to Pte. Ball, the 3rd East Passing Out Parade. The parade comprised 80 Anglian Regiment (16 /44th Foot) at the last recruits of “ Burma ” and “ Almanza ” Platoons, National Service passing-out parade, on February assisted by the Band of the Junior Soldiers’ 3rd, 1961. Wing. We had this parade filmed in colour to be shown on Parents’ Day and to recruits. The parade went off extremely well, the C.-in-C. Allied Land Forces Central Europe, at Fon- complimenting all who took part on a very high tainbleu, where we wish him the best of luck. standard. Prior to the parade ITV interviewed We welcome the new Brigade Colonel, Ool. the Commanding Officer, C.S.M. Denny and Martin, and his family. Col. Martin com­ Pte. Powley, 1 East Anglian, one of the last to manded the ist Bn. 2nd East Anglian Regiment join of the National Servicemen, and during the (Duchess of Gloucester’s Own) before coming parade the Press and television were very active. here. Lt.-Col. A. S. Hanning, O .B.E., having That evening all appeared on television. Early held the appointment of R.O.III at H.Q., East in January we were visited by a team from ITV, Anglian Brigade for seven years, retired in who made a film record of life in the Depot. November, i960. Col. Arthur, as he was known This was shown on Anglia Television, together throughout the Brigade, had oommanded a with a studio interview of R.S.M. Gell, 2 East Battalion of his Regiment, the Grenadier Anglian. Guards, and is well remembered by many Much has been done to improve the camp. senior Officers of the Brigade as Adjutant at The conference room is completed, the new Sandhurst for a period between the Wars. He M.R.S. and temporary Gymnasium are all but originally enlisted during the First World War ready. Both the latter being in Blenheim Camp into the Lincolnshire Regiment and was com­ will save a great deal of wasted time in going missioned into the Norfolk Regiment. The half-a-mile to Gibraltar Barracks. Unfortun­ H.Q. has also lost the services of Mr. Charles ately, the .22 range remains over the road. The Edey. He joined the Suffolk Regiment in 1914 mass of shrubs and wallflowers are in full and served until 1935. Since 1939 he was bloom and the camp looks very civilised. employed as Clerical Officer at die Depot, Col. Heal left in January; he had been Suffolk Regiment, and latterly at East Anglian Brigade Colonel since 1958 and both he and Brigade. Mr. Edey was responsible for arrang­ Mrs. Heal and their family will be much missed. ing postings and, of paramount importance, Col. HeaJ’s appointment is Colonel (Q Logistics) allowances for his flock of Officers. To both THE WASP AND THE EAOLE 263

Col. Hanning and Mr. Edey we offer our very Amongst our visitors have been all the best wishes in their retirement. Colonels of Regiments, the Associate Colonels Daffodil Sunday was instituted by Brigadier of the ist and 2nd Eqst Anglian Regiments, Backhouse in 1934 when he was commanding the G.O.C.-in-C. Eastern Command and the Depot of The Suffolk Regiment. It was not General Talbot, the late District Commander held this year, as we are now in Blenheim Camp and General Freeland, the new District and Gibraltar Barracks is deserted awaiting for Commander. rebuilding to start. Once we return it will be For the additional items of silver and other resumed, probaibly in 1963. property received from the Regiments during The Brigade Depot Week-end is being held the period since our last appearance in print, on July 21, 22 and 23. The outline programme we extend our grateful thanks. is: Friday, July 21 ... All-day Golf Meeting. Saturday, July 22 a.m. Golf Match v. Flemp- WARRANT OFFICERS’ AND ton Golf Club, p.m. Garden Party. SERGEANTS’ iMESS Start of two-day cricket During the past six months we have settled match, East Anglian down to becoming a proper Depot Mess for Brigade v. The Suffolk the three Regiments of the Brigade; we can Gentlemen. now say we are organised sufficiendy to receive Sunday, July 23 Second day of cricket and cater for the many members who pass match. through and this they do with great rapidity. We send our best wishes to all those who have Past and present members and their wives come and gone, who indude such people as of all Regiments are most welcome; unfortun­ R.S.M.S Gilchrist and McGeever, R.Q.MS. ately only limited accommodation can be pro­ “ Dickie ” May, C.S.M. Tony Brandreth, S/Sgt. vided. Additional information will be sent “ Bomber ” Harris, Sgt. Brabrook, Sgt. and can be obtained from Regiments’ Head­ Tommy Weston, Sgt. “ Taffy ” Jones. Con­ quarters. gratulations to Sgt. Knight on his marriage. As for the staff ourselves, the Mess news is of Christmas, where we commenced with a O FFICERS’ MESS really wonderful draw, capably organised by Sgt. “ Mick ” Curson, assisted by C/Sgt. Bill The Mess is now completely settled into Belcher, C/Sgt. Roberts and nearly all the Blenheim Camp. Thanks to the efforts of the Mess. This was quickly followed by a Christ­ Mess staff we are now quite comfortable. The mas Dinner and Dance, at which the guests of Christmas season saw us entertaining about 90 honour were S.W.O. and Mrs. Ward, from the official guests at a Cocktail Party and entertain­ R.A.F. Mess at Honnington. The dinner was ing our wives and girl friends at a Ladies’ really first-rate and our grateful thanks are due Guest Night, and having traditional Christmas to George Tattersail, our civilian cook, and the drink with the Sergeants. The Cocktail Party Mess staff. A couple erf days later, on the 22nd, was used as a means of repaying the hospitality we invited the Officers’ Mess to drinks prior to of the many friends of the Depot and was quite serving the troops’ Christmas dinner. The 23rd a success; the success was in some measure due saw us in the midst of the traditional battle with to the efforts put in by Mrs. Noble, Mrs. Joanny the Officers on the football field. Mud, flour and Mrs. Bailey decorating the ante-room. and tomatoes flying, we proved once again that The Ladies’ Guest Night was held on December the Sergeants’ Mess has the necessary spirit 19 and is to be an annual event. Considerable and dash, after a hectic week of social activities. efforts to suitably decorate the Mess were made We quickly recovered, however, in rhe Officers’ by the Subahems, the three wives mentioned Mess afterwards, when the ale flowed profusely. above and the now Mrs. Ken Ford. Dinner Since Christmas R.A.F. Honnington has was followed by horse racing, where Brian thrashed us at a Games Night in their Mess, Bailey and Fred Turnbull proved to be though we intend to turn the table on April 21. experienced but honest bookies. We now have a magnificent consignment of Among the Guest Nights held, the most silver, the last lot coming from The Northamp­ notable one was that at which Col. Heal was tonshire Regiment, which is displayed on a “ dined out ” ; he even won the Liar Dice game, spedal dais in the ante-room. We are truly which ended in a dose finish between himself grateful to all those Regiments who have sent and his D.A.A.G. us such superb remembrances of former days; There have, of course, been the usual they wiH be well looked after. “ comings and goings ” and we were sad to lose We condude with good wishes to our friends Ptes. Blowers, Thrower and Dann, who started everywhere and trust that when this way, they the Mess off in such good order. will drop in and see us. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

THE JUNIOR SOLDIERS’ WING 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire The Junior Soldiers’ Wing, as we are now called, have been in Ruiry St. Edmunds for nine Regiment (T.A.) months. During this time there have been great improvements in our accommodation These will be the last notes contributed by and classrooms, making life more pleasant. On the 5th Battalion because of our amalgamation Tuesday, December 20, the last day of the with .the ist Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment Winter Term, the Junior Soldiers were served (T.A.), which took effect on April I, 1961. It their Christmas dinner by the Officers and is our intention, however, to keep past members senior N.C.O.S of the Depot. in touch with events through the notes of our The Inter-Hut Competition is organised new amalgamated Battalion. Since the last every term and the winning hut is known as issue of The Journal the Battalion has been Champion Hut for the following term. The very buisy closing down various Drill Halls and competition covers nearly every aspect of a uniting Companies, “ H.Q.,” “ A,” “ B ” and a Junior Soldier’s life, educational attainment, contingent of “ SP ” Companies are now called musical progress, soccer, hockey, cricket, No. 4 Company and will be commanded by athletics, cross-country, .22 shooting, drill, hut Major W. J. Darville, the H.Q. being ait inspections, and boys are awarded colours for Kempston Barracks. “ C ” Company, “ D ” any representative sport. At the end of each Company and also a small contingent of “ SP ” term the Champion Hut is given a prize. Last Company form No. 3 Company, commanded term Sullivan Hut won this competition and by Major G. H. Hickinbotirom, with H.Q. at thoroughly enjoyed their prize — a trip to Luton. London to watch the Arsenal v. Burnley match. The week-ends have been very busy ones This term the competition was won by Handel for us, with courses and training taking place; Huit; the competition has been very keen all N.C.O.s Cadre, Cooks’ Course, rehearsals for through the term. Sullivan Hut came a very the Guard of Honour for Her Majesty The close second, with Elgar and Britten behind Queen Mother, Colonel4n-Chief, and training them. The prize is a visit to the Kensington the shooting .team to represent the amalgamated Science Museum, followed by the Crazy Gang Battalion in .the Brigade and Divisional Cham­ in the evening. pionships. The N.C.O.s Cadre which took place in February at Kempston Barracks was On Armistice Sunday the Band and Drums well attended by N.C.O.s of the amalgamated of the Junior Soldiers’ Wing took part in a Battalion and proved to be a great success, not parade attended by representatives of the three only from the instructional point of view, but Services in Bury St. Edmunds and the also in that it gave the N.C.O.s of both Regi­ Drummers sounded Reveille and the Last Post ments a chance to get to know each other, at the Cenotaph after the March Past. which they did in the Social Club after the In the Army Boys’ Soccer Cup we were conclusion of .the training. beaten by the Wessex Brigade, who were the Last year .the football team won the Divisional eventual runners-up. We came seventh in the Championship, but unfortunately we did not Army Boys’ Cross-Country Championships; achieve the same success this year. This was J/Dmrs. Jarvis and Drage coming 15th and not for the want of trying. We were eliminated 19th respectively. For this fine effort they were in the semi-final by the Suffolk Yeomanry. both awarded their Cross-Country Colours. After a very dose game we were the losers by J/Sgt. Skayman, J/Sgt. Byme, J/L/Cpl. two goals to one. Nevertheless, .the team is stiH McHale and Bdsm. Renton all go to Kneller fighting hard under the careful guidance of Hall this year. C/Sgt. Baines and is at present halfway up in 'he Bedford Football League table. At the end of this term the Band are giving a Regimental Remembrance Day was held on concert in the men’s dining hall at lunch-time Sunday, November 20, i960, at Kempston, and and the Corps of Drums are beating Retreat in was well attended by contingents of the 5th the evening. Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.) and ist Congratulations are due to Drum-Major and Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment (T.A.). Also Mrs. Moyes on the birth of their daughter, and in attendance were members of the Branches of to L/Cpl. Patterson on his marriage. Old Comrades’ Assodations of both Regiments. After the Service, which was held in die Church of the Transfiguration, Kempston, the parade formed up for a march past, the salute being taken by the Colonel of the Regiment. The # A Special Note for Contributors. parade concluded with the wreath laying Copy for the next issue must reach the ceremony at the Memorial. During Christmas the Sergeants’ Mess held Editor by November I, 1961. a Christmas Draw and Social, which was well THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

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We are sorry to say that there are not many Shorter has gone to the ist East Anglian Regi­ newcomers to the Battalion, but we have had ment in Germany. We wish them every happi­ quite a few departures, including Majors S. G. ness in their new surroundings and feel sure Pbilpott and E. Corner, Capts. W. D. Folds, that (they carry with them happy memories of A. J. Pairgeter and D. Wood, Lts. L. T. their tour of duty with The Hertfordshire Simmonds, M. C. Dashwood, R. C. Whitbread, Regiment. Further changes are due to take G. M. Gadd, R. C. Putham and Lt. (Q.M.) place in the near future. Capt. (Q.M.) W. A. D. C. L. Cowley. In addition, R.Q.M.S. Harley, Moody has been appointed Camp Commandant C.S.M. Field, C.S.M. Hill, C.S.M. Morley, Sgt. in Aden, -whilst our sincere congratulations are Fisher and Sgt. Bligh-Bingham are a few of extended to R.S.M. McKean upon his appoint­ the other ranks who have left. Lt.-Col D. ment to a Lieutenant (Q.M.)’s commission, in Milman, M.c., who has commanded the which role he will be posted for duty to the Battalion since July, 1959, has now left for his King’s African Rifles. As successors to the new appointment and we all wish him the very above we warmly welcome Capt. S. A. Green as besit of luck. Permanent Staff members, C.S.M. Adjutant, Capt. (Q.M.) V. A. French (no Jackman, C.S.M. Archer and C.S.M. Corner, stranger to the Regiment) as Q.M, and RS.M . are now trying their hand in “ Civvy Street.” Herd. As P.S.I.S, C.S.M. Carr, Sgt. Dallimore Sgt. Weston, after a long stay with us, is now and Sgt. Baggaridge have joined us, and we settled down ait the Depot, Brury St. Edmunds, trust that they will quickly settle in and enjoy and we wish them the best of luck in the future. their association with the Regiment. It is with great regret that we announce the In other fields of activity we are pleased to death of Sgt. E. H. Johnson, b .e .m . (Band). He report considerable successes obtained by our served with the Battalion for 11 years and died Rifle team. The semi-final of the East Anglian suddenly while preparing to attend a parade. Divisional competition was reached—an achieve­ The Band has suffered a severe loss and he ment which augers well for the future, bearing will be greatly missed. The Regiment was in mind the number of young soldiers included represented at his funeral by Lt.-Col. D. in the team. “ H.Q.” Company reached the Milman, m .c ., Capt. S. A. Green, R.S.M. Herd, finals of the T.A. Small Bore Rifle Match Bandmaster F. Battle and members of the Band. competition and represented the County of Our camp period is fast approaching (June Hertfordshire—a praiseworthy effort. 24-July 8) and we are looking forward to an Recruiting has considerably increased in interesting two weeks on the Pembrokeshire recent months and the present volunteer strength coast, at Castlemartin (weather permitting!). is most encouraging. It is a credit to the Regi­ ment that a large percentage of those resigning have gone to join the Regular Army. Social events have been well to the fore in recent months. Most Companies have organised Dinners and Dances which have been excep­ tionally well attended. The Sergeants’ Mess ist Bn. The Hertfordshire held a most successful Cocktail Party to mark its last sodal funotion before the amalgamation. Regiment (T,A.) The reorganisation of the Battalion has inevitably meant the exodus of many old Much has happened since the last issue of stalwarts who served the Regiment loyally and The Wasp and the Eagle. Momentous decisions efficiently over a number of years. Among have been reached affecting the future of the those to whom we have to say “ Au Revoir ” Territorial Army and above all the amalgama­ are C.S.M. North, C/Sgt. White, Sgt. Carroll tion with the 5th Bn. Bedfordshire Regiment and Sgt. Perry. We thank them for the has been foremost in the minds of us Mi. But invaluable work they have done for the Regi­ transcending all this has been the greait honour men' and very much look forward to their assigned to the Battalion by being delegated to continued support whenever possible. They provide a Royal Guard of Honour for Her will always be assured of a warm welcome at Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, our social events. With the closing of the T.A. at St. Albans on April 13, when Her Majesty Centre at Cheshunt, the members of No. 3 received the Freedom of the Borough. Company have now become a Recce Platoon The reorganisation has naturally brought under “ H.Q.” Company and operate from the many changes in the make-up of the Permanent Drill Hall at Ware. The 5lh Bedfordshire/1 si Hertfordshire Regiment (T. A.)

[Photograph : " The Herts. Advertiser.” Her Majesty, The Colonel-in-Chief, inspecting the Guard of Honour, accompanied by Lt.-Col. C. Simmons, the Commanding Officer.

The Battalions amalgamated on April i, 1961. Tihe Battalion received the following gracious The following message was sent to Her Majesty reply from Her Majesty: Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, Colonel- in-Chief: “ On the formation of the Battalion I send to all ranks my warmest greetings. I “ With humble duty to Her Majesty. On am confident that the reputation for loyalty the occasion of the amalgamation of the and courage which both Regiments have Sth Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.) earned in their past history will be and the ist Bn. Hertfordshire Regiment inherited and fully sustained in the future (T.A.) I convey the loyal greetings and and I trust that the new Regiment will unswerving devotion of all ranks to Her not only uphold but will enhance the noble Majesty, the Colonel-in-Chief. I assure traditions which are your heritage. I am Her Majesty that it will be our earnest indeed proud to be your Honorary Colonel endeavour to be worthy of the high tradi­ and I can assure you that the interest of the tions of the two former Regiments. Regiment will always be close to my heart.

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The new amalgamated Battalion carried out Honour) followed up this parade with some its first parade on April 13, 1961, at St. Albans, notable successes at the Brigade Rifle Meeting. when it was very proud to provide a Guard of The Battalion came second to the Suffolk and Honour for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, Colonel-in-Chief. A lot Cambridgeshire Regiment in the aggregate of hard work was put into the Guard by every­ competition. It won the L.M G . pairs competi­ body concerned. This was rewarded by a fine tion, and special mention must go to Sgt. Barker day and the pleasure expressed later by Her and Cpl. Dean, of No. 4 Company, who won Majesty on inspecting the Guard of Honour. ehe individual L.M.G. pairs competition. During her inspection, the Queen Mather spoke Capt. Peter Simmons also came fourth in the to many members of the Guard and afterwards individual Rifle competition. The Battalion complimented them on the smartness of their also came second to the 4th Bn. The Essex drill and turn-out. Regiment in the falling plate competition. The The next week-end the Battalion shooting team is now training very hard indeed for the team (many of whom were on the Guard erf Divisional competition at Colchester. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

Some of our older members have left us, and 4th Battalion to C.S.M. Perry and Anderson we say good­ bye and extend to them our best wishes for a The Essex Regiment happy retirement from the rigours of part-time soldiering. (T.A.) Congratulations to C.S.M. Womack and C.Q.M.S. Summers on their promotions, and The months which have passed since the a warm welcome to Sgt. Martin on joining the Mess. We also extend greetings on joining us last issue of T he Wasp and Eagle have been very active and encouraging. Recruiting con­ on transfer to C/Sgt. Windley, R.E.M.E., Sgt. tinues to progress steadily and the 400 figure Smith and Sgt. Gairrett. is now within reach. Our recruiting figures Finally, we must make mention of our Fall­ have been helped by a number of volunteers, ing Plate team consisting of three Mess who have been transferred to us as a result of members aided by Cpl. Cullerton, which won the T.A. re-organisation, though we have had the Brigade Competition, and reached the ninety-five new recruits join us since last July, semi-final in the Divisional Meeting out of 49 and an average of four are inspected by our entries. M.O. every week. We are pleased to welcome Mr. Snape and his Band who have been trans- “B” COMPANY ferred to us from 517 L.A.A. Regiment R.A. We have been encouraged by rising numbers (5 Essex) T.A. as a body and look forward to of suitable recruits and can now boast a father hearing them perform at Regimental functions. and son (Sgt. and Pte. Wright) as well as an We also welcome Major Jade Harries from 10 uncle (ex R.M.) and nephew. We still have Para. Bn. (T.A.) who is now finally setded in vacancies for plenty more volunteers, par­ the chair as O.C. H.Q. Company. A number of officers have left us on transfer to the ticularly at Chelmsford, which is now our H.Q., as it was thought fitting that we should T.A.R.O. and to Major G. V. Lovelace, Capts. be represented in the County Town. We have Crititen, Hollis and Portway, and Lt. Osgood, made a promising start with Cpl. Cullerton (ex we wish them well for the future, and thank Parachute Regiment) whose service dates back them for the part they played whilst serving to Amheim and before, originating with the with us. Irish Army, and are looking forward to rapidly The Band and Corps of Drums met each acquiring a workable strength as befits our new other for the first time on Sunday, May 7, palatial quarters. 1961, at the Battalion Rifle Meeting, and after Capt. Crirten has had to resign due to busi­ camp will be showing thdr paces at the Regi­ ness reasons and we welcome Capt. “ Dicky ” mental Reunion on Saturday, July 15, 1961. Doyle as our new 2 i/c with 2/Lt. Stewart We can report success in the shooting fidd from “ D ” Company. 2/Lts. Stoddart as our “A” team won the 54 E.A. Division (Queen’s) and Dentith (Manchester's) on District .22 Knock-out League Competition. attachment, bring us into a strong position for We won the “ China ” Cup and Falling Plates officers. ait the Brigade Rifle Meeting at Thetford on Having six members in the Ba'ta’ion Rifle April 15/16, 1961, and our young soldiers were Team augers well for our chances at the forth­ wdi to the fore. coming Battalion meeting. Our recruits are Our boxers are training hard for the T.A. shaping well on the range and one (Pte. Gur- Individual Boxing Championships and we have teen) took his place in the Company .22 team five men representing the Division. which won the T.A.RA. League with an un­ Life becomes more and more hectic as we defeated record. Another soldier on the target prepare for camp at Mi Horn this June. was Pte. Jackson, a recent recruit, who was top goal scorer for the Battalion Soccer Team WARRANT OFFICERS’ AND during the past season. SERGEANTS’ MESS Pte. Thuikettle has discovered other marks­ men and has raised a Darts Team which has Our Mess at Gordon Fields is now in “ shot ” against several local pubs and has regular use and has acquired possession of the emulated the riflemen’s successes in a series of shooting jacket of Sgt. John Tipping, late of pleasant sodal evenings. Sgt. Knights, saw The Essex Regiment, who was renowned as that our Christmas Dance was up to its usual one of this country’s best shots in the era standard and several members, induding Mr. before the First World War. He represented Prior, our hard working barman (honorary) put England nine times and fired for the Common­ in a lot of hard work. wealth on three separate occasions. Maior Purves was fortunate in parading with The Officers’ Mess have presen'ed us with the Gurkha Brigade at the Royal Review in a lovely picture of our Colonel-in-Chief, which Buckingham Palace and was able to invite Capt. we are proud and honoured to own. Barnes and R.S.M. Luscombe as spectators. “C ” COMPANY number of our stalwarts including Cpl. Start, L/Cpl. Curtis, L/Gpl. Harris, Pte. Swan, Rte. Since the beginning of 1961 the activities of Honeybeli, Pte. Street and others. But with the Company have gained impetus. At last the the dying of Saffron Walden both Dunmow tide of recruiting—iChe most vital aspect of the and Braintree, our surviving centres of resist­ Territorial Army—is changing and there is now ance, blossomed forth and many new names a gradual flow of recruits. This cannot be have been added to our roll since the last list attributed to any magic, but to a sustained appeared in this magazine. P.S.I.S have come effort over a long period and a change in public and gone too since the year started. Sgt. response. We have shown ourselves in locaJ Evans goes to Berlin, Sgt. Hazelwood takes towns and villages and there are many more over for a short period and now Sgt. Simmons, to come. Our great problem will now be to fresh from the warmth of Malaya, steps into ensure that Territorial service is of first-class the breach. We wish him luck, (who said interest and worthwhile. This year’s training theme has been Civil Defence and consider­ “ Jack” !). able interest has been engendered, including The social front has produced the usual crop even the lowering of the O.C. strapped on a of socials which were, generally speaking, stretcher from a second-floor window to test well attended. A Rummage Sale, run by the the efficiency of the training: we are glad to Dunmow Platoon, came as a new venture and, say that this was proved. though not so well supported, produced 7 gns. The Company has just taken over a Centre for the always lacking Company funds. The at Harlow New Town and already Lt. Tim Annual Dinner at Christmas was an enormous Millbank and Sgt. Ken Percy are hard at work success and, again, much work was carried out there. We welcome to this Centre Sgt. Free- by the Dunmowkes. Still in the lighter vein mantle and Cpls. Holmes and Wellard, both mention must be made of a regular activity from the former Unit at the Centre. They are that takes place on Friday nights at Dunmow engaged in “ shock” tactics for recruiting in T.A.C. This is a Sports nig^vt, run by Cpl. the area and some of their efforts could be Easterbrook, and most popular is this turning likened unto naval recruiting of past centuries. out to be. The Dunmow Canteen is under­ Alt Epping, 2/Lts. Jefferis and Green are work­ going a face lift and a most imposing room is ing on their platoons and getting to know their resulting. All the work and money is being, new men, including Ptes. Day and White who found by the Company, though we are hoping have just returned having served with us some for a little assistance with the latter. years ago during their National Service. C/Sgt. Training has evolved mainly round the Ron Dowler and Pte. M. Ward (who is already theme of Civil Defence and a visitor to any challenging his father, Sglt. Ward, as a Batta­ drill hall runs serious risk of being lashed to a lion Shot) are both to be congratulated as stretcher or mildly punctured to see how he members of the Battalion Team which has won bleeds. A Battalion Exercise on the Stanford the Divisional .22 Championship. C/Sgt. P.T.A. gave us a rest from these less soldier­ Dowler has just received his Territorial Army like activities and the Company, under the Efficiency Medal. To our P.S.I., Sgt. B. Hut­ leadership of Lt. T. C. B. Swayne, spent a chinson, and his family, we wish them good night with nature under the stars. Nature was luck in the future, and we welcome in his place obviously not impressed and produced the only Sgt. T. Culling who will soon unravel the snowstorm of the season in retaliation. Camp mysteries of Territorial Service and, we hope, 1961 looms up before us and the “ D ” Com­ have an enjoyable tour. Sgt. Colin Brickstock pany “ Braves” arc enthusiastically preparing and his wife have our good wishes on the birth their wigwams for an onslaught upon the tran­ of a daughter and if rumours are correct our quil inhabitants of the unfortunate Lake Dis­ next contribution to these Notes may well trict. But more about this in the next issue. have to be devoted to this subject. “ S ” COMPANY “ D” COMPANY Since camp last year we are proud of the The usual Journal Notes missive filtering fact that we have increased our numbers by down through devious channels and Red one-third, and although recruiting has fallen Indian ambushes and arriving at our head­ off for the moment it is intended that we shall quarters the day after a reply is required, sets make a further effort before camp. Our star the Company Scribe madly setting pen to recruiter is Pte. Colin Dowsett, who, in his paper and racking a tired brain for inspiration. quiet way, can always sell the T.A. to his Six months is quite sufficient to delve back friends although it is a pity that for various into and a sad item of news leaps straight to reasons some of his potential recruits have not mind. The closing of Saffron Walden T.A.C., been enlisted, in some cases they were under following hard on the heels of that of Halstead, age and so we hope to absorb them later. This struck a dismal chord as the period opened. reminds the writer that Mrs. Edwards, our This has resulted in the inevitable loss of a P.S.I.’s wife, presented her husband with a THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

third son last month, so we have yet another 2nd 2nd Essex Cadet Regiment (H.Q. potential irecniit although probably for die Regu­ Dagenham) ...... 14 lar Battalion—congratulations, Sgt. and Mrs. 3rd 7th Essex Cadet Regiment (H.Q. Edwards. Whilst we are offering congratula­ Southend) ...... 11 tions we should like to mention three names, 4th 4th Essex Cadet Regiment (H.Q.) Sgts. Manwaring and Bushell and Cpl. Verdon, Ilfo rd )...... 10 all of whom have been recently awarded the 5th 3rd Essex Cadet Regiment (H.Q. Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. Pte. Brentwood) ...... 4 Thacker was recently discharged on has entry In the Eastern Command A.C.F. Boxing into the Royal Air Force and we wish him Championships which were held at Hertford good luck. on January 7, 1961, the Essex A.C.F. retained Capt. Amey, our Mortar Platoon Com­ the Inter-County Herapath Trophy with a pany, recently attended a mortar course for one score of 50 points. A team of eight Cadets from week at Netheravon whiah we understand he Hie Essex Army Cadet Force took part in the found most enjoyable. A.C.F. South National Boxing Championships One of our current regrets is that we have Semi-Finals at Taunton on January 28, and not been able to take our place in the Batta­ gave a good account of themselves against some lion Boxing Team. Ptes. Barker and Weekes very strong opposition, chiefly from Glamorgan, made a special effort in this direotion together who considered their team was their best for with other men of this Company, but the at least ten years. Three Cadets took part in difficulty seems to be that most of the Batta­ the National A.C.F. Boxing Finals which were lion’s fit young men are all the same weight. held at York on February 18. One of these, Cadet J. Nicklen of the Rainham Detachment “ H.Q.” COMPANY of the 2nd Essex Cadet Regiment became National Champion in Class “ A,” 7st. 71b. In Since our last report, we have been trying the Inter-County Championships, Essex was to acquire some knowledge of Civil Defence placed equal fourth with four paints. in preparation far our Annual Training at Millom, which promises to be interesting. At The Cross Country Championships were least, we are satisfied that our members can held at Chelmsford on February 11 and the now deal with “ Accidents in the Home.” Junior Race produced a very dcse finish. We welcome ex C.S;M. Garrett and Cpl. The final of the Inter-Detachment Soccer Price from ioth Parachute Bn. (T.A.), and Competition took place at Chelmsford on April hope their stay with us will be happy and 9, 1961. It was between the Chelmsford Troop interesting. Recruiting is going well, but we of the 6th Essex Cadet Regiment and the still welcome those interested on any Monday Becontree Platoon of the 4th Essex Cadet or Thursday evening at Iford T.A. Centre, Regiment. The latter won by eight goals. Gordon Fields. Ex-members will know that The Annual .22 Rifle Meeting was held at we provide a good “ brew ” in the canteen. Wariey Barracks on April 23. Despite rainy We look forwaid to a busy and interesting conditions there was some good shooting parti­ “ summer season ” and will no doubt have a cularly by the 4th Essex Cadet Regiment whose full report for the next issue. H.Q.s are at Ilford. The Essex Army Cadet Force STAFF COLLEGE CLUB The Essex Army Cadet Force Boxing Cham­ pionships were held in the Essex Yeomanry The Committee of the Staff College Club Drill Hall, Chelmsford, on November 26, i960. wish to draw the attention of all Serving or There were 71 entries. Retired Officers who qualified on War Staff Courses to the fact that they are eligible to The result of the Inter-Regiment Team belong to the Club. Trophy was: — The annual subscription is 5/- and full ist 6th Essex Cadet Regiment (H.Q. particulars can be obtained from the Secretary Chelmsford)...... 27 at the Staff College, Camberley, Surrey. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

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The 3rd East Anglian Regiment “ Valse Destiny ” by the Band of the 5th Bed­ fordshire Regiment (T.A.) was the signal for (i6th/44th Foot) Association the Regimental Colours of the 5th Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.) and the ist Hertfordshire REGIMENTAL REMEMBRANGE SUNDAY Regiment (T.A.) to be marched down the aisle Bedford, November 20, i960 and handed to the Chaplain, who draped them on the Altar. Branch Standards followed and Although Regimental Remembrance Sunday were placed on either side. The Service then on November 20, i960, followed the pattern began, conducted by the Reverend H. John, which has now become traditional, there were m .b .e ., Vicar of Kempston, who was assisted several aspects of the day’s ceremonies which by the Reverend K. P. Lingard, curate of the served to make it a unique occasion. It had church. During the Remembrance, the Colonel become obvious that, since the disbandment of of the Regiment read the Roll of our Comrades the Depot of the 16th Foot, the Gymnasium who had died since the last Remembrance was no longer a suitable venue for a Remem­ Service. The Service ended with the Regi­ brance Service. It was therefore decided that mental Prayer and Blessing, after which the this should be held in the Church of the Trans­ Regimental Colours were handed back to the figuration ait Kempston. Extra chairs were Colour Officers and Branch Standards to the provided and the church was filled to capacity bearers. We all fek that the Reverend John’s by the large congregation of Officers, Comrades inspiring address and the solemnity of the and their families. church had greaitly enhanced the dignity of our At 11 a.m. the Colonel of the Regiment, Remembrance Service. Lieut.-General Sir Reginald F. S. Denning, The wearher was a little unkind as we left the k .b .e ., C.B., D.L., entered the church accompanied church and a shower of rain delayed the start by the Associate Colonel, Brigadier C. M. of the March Past for a few moments. How­ Paton, c.v.o., c .b .e ., t .d . The playing of ever, it was an imposing and splendid column

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[Photograph by 41 The Bedfordshire Times,” Bedford. The Colonel of the Regiment, Lieut.-General Sir Reginald F. S. Denning, K.B.E., C.B., D.L., unveils the plaque on the wall surrounding the Garden of Remembrance. Standing on the right is Major D. T. Tewkesbury, M.BJE., Secretary, The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Association. which set off down the main road to Kempston leading in procession The Codonel of The Regi­ Barracks. At the (head was the combined Band ment, The Associate Colonel, Col. G. A. Arts tee, of The 5th Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.) and o .b .e ., M.c, J.P ., d .l ., Lt.-Col. A. C. Young The ist Hertfordshire Regiment (T.A.) whose and Major D. T. Tewkesbury, M .B.E. Here took future amalgamation had been announced a few place the unveiling and dedication of a Plaque days earlier. Behind them came The Regi­ on the Garden Wall. This commemorates the mental Colours and detachments of these Regi­ fact that the wall was erected as a surround to ments and then the Comrades of The Regiment our Garden of Remembrance through the proudly marching behind their Branch Stand­ generous legacy of the late Brigadier J. S. Daven­ ards. The Colonel of The Regiment, accom­ port, C.BJB., m .c . It also records the names of panied by The Associate Colonel, took the those former Comrades w h o s e ashes have been Salute at the entrance to the Addison Howard scattered in The Garden. Park. The marching column continued down This concluded the official Remembrance the road to form up opposite The Regimental ceremonies and guests dispersed to the Officers’ Memorial in readiness far the Wreath Laying Mess and Social Club of The 5th Bedfordshire Ceremony. As soon as the Colours and Stand­ Regiment (T A-) for light refreshments. As so ards were in position, “ Last Post ” was sounded often in the past, many had travelled long dis­ from ithe top of the Keep. After a short pause tances to be in Bedford that day. We were par­ “ Reveille ” rang out, played by The Corps of ticularly glad to see Major G. C. Gaden, M .C., Drums of The 5th Bedfordshire Regiment who was on a temporary visit to this country (T.A.). The Colonel of The Regiment and from his home in Australia and who took the The Associate Colonel then went forward opportunity of laying a wreath at our Memorial. together to lary the first of the many wreaths. During the afternoon one further solemn At the end of the wreath laying, the Reverend ceremony took place, the scattering of the Ashes John moved into the Garden of Remembrance, of the late Mr. W. Peak whose death was re- THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

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------FULL TOTALISATOR FACILITIES parted in the last issue of this Journal. This The Bedfordshire and Hertford­ was conducted by the Reverend John and, in addition to Mrs. Peak and hex family, was attended by members of the London Branch shire Regiment Association of which Mr. Peak had been a founder member. NOTES FROM BRANCHES So ended another eventful Remembrance Sunday and as we left the Barracks later that 1/5 “ YELLOW DEVILS,” 1914-1918 day we saw in the flood-lighting our Regimental Memorial reflecting all its dignixy and pride. O.C.A. ★ ★ ★ The Annual General Meeting of the 1/5 Bedfordshire O.C.A. (“ Yellow Devils ”) was held in the Drill Hall, Luton, in March, when ANNUAL SUMMER REUNION Mr. C. W. Gilder presided over a well-attended meeting. The Hon. Secretary, Mr. J. Ward, By the kind invitation of Lt.-Col. D. F. reported that since the last meeting, Mr. Harry Garrard, t . d ., commanding 4th Bn. The Essex Ashby, one of the oldest members of the Branch, Regiment (T.A.), the Summer Reunion for and who recently celebrated his 8ist birthday, 1961 will be held at the T.A. Centre, Gordon had passed away, bringing the total number of Fields, Ilford, Essex, on Saturday, July 15. Comrades who have died in the past twelve A varied programme of events is bcdng months, including our President, Arthur Pokes, arranged and will include the following: — to eight. Suitable tribute was paid to their memories. After the routine business of the Cricket match—16th Foot v. 44th/56th Foot. previous month’s meeting had been transacted, Inter-Oounity .22 Competition—Essex, Bed­ the Secretary read the minutes of the last fordshire, Hertfordshire. A.G.M. He stated that the annual reunion All Ranks’ Dance. dinner had to be cancelled owing to lack of support, bin several outings had been arranged, It is also hoped that it will be possible for including a visit to Vice-President Arthur displays to be given by the 4th Battalion and Brookes, Mine Host of the Lord Nelson at that tiheir Band and Drums will be able to play Soui'Jhwold. Arrangements for similar outings during the afternoon and evening. At a Parade were to be made again for the current year. which the Battalion will hold at Retreat, it is 'Ilie statement of accounts for the year ending hoped that members of the Battalion will be February 28, 1961, had been circulated to all presented with the Territorial Efficiency members, and revealed a very healthy financial Medals which they have been awarded. state. Mr. A. Walker, the Hon. Treasurer, in The Annual General Meetings of The 3rd presenting the report, pointed out that exclusive East Anglian Regiment (i6th/44th Foot) Asso­ of the wonderful gift of £200 from the defunct ciation and 'Die Essex Regiment Association Services Welfare Comforts Fund, there was a will take place during the early evening, slight increase in income over expenditure 00 notices regarding the time and place of these the year’s working, despite the fact that the meetings will be posted. benevolent grants to Comrades was the highest in the Branch’s history. The Chairman, in Bars and buffets will be available for moving the adoption of the balance sheet and refreshments. report, congratulated rhe Treasurer on the ex­ The route to the T.A. Centre is afi follows: — cellent way he had prepared and presented the accounts. There was no doubt that it was an From Ilford Station. Buses 145 and 148 (to excellent report and revealed the continued Becontree). Alight at “ The Prince of financial strength of the Branch. It was all die Wales ” (3d. fare) and cross to Gordon Road. more credit to the members in view of the From Ilford High Road. Via Green Lane or diminishing numbers, which, unfortunately, is Connaught Road to Gordon Road. inevitable in such an organisation as ours. He specially welcomed the increase in the amount From City and Aldgate. Bus No. 25 to “ The paid out to Comrades in distress. Prince of Wales.” Mr. C. W. Gilder, who was unanimously Admission tickets are not being issued for elected President, and who, incidentally, is the the Reunion, and Buffet and Bars will be on a youngest member of the Branch, thanked the cash basis. A small charge will be made for members for their confidence and stated he rhe evening dance. would endeavour to maintain the high standard set by the late President, Arthur Pakes. Further details can be obtained from: Major Other officers elected were as follows: Chair­ T. R. Stead, Secretary, The Essex Regiment man, Mr. G. Brown; Hon. Secretary, Mr. J. Association, Warley Barracks, Brentwood, Ward; Hon. Treasurer, Mr. A. Walker; Benevo­ Essex. lent Representative, Mr. J. King. Committee: 2 74 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

Messrs. F. King, J. Land, B. Oox, G. Davies own words, “ a good time was had by all.” The and H. Smith. children were welcomed by members of the Mr. Jack Land asked to be relieved of his Committee, and after tea were entertained to a responsibilities as Sick Visitor, owing to ill film show kindly presented and arranged by the health, and his resignation was accepted with President, Major J. S. Townsend. H ie party regret and tribute paid to him for his excellent was graced by the presence of their Worships services in -Che past. Mr. J. Ward volunteered The Mayor and Mayoress of Hertford, who to combine this office wMi his Secretarial duties, kindly presented a gift, plus oranges and sweets, and Mr. Land agreed to help him as far as he to each child at the end of the party. could. Mr. C. W. Gilder agreed to continue as Our annual sodal and games tournament was Regimental Journal Correspondent. held at the Shire Hall, Hertford, on Saturday, A collection for the Benevolent Funds raised February 4, 1961, and despite a somewhat dis­ j C i / i o / - . appointing attendance, due mainly to dashing of dates, a very enjoyable evening was spent by HERTFORD ail those present. The President’s Cup was The Annual General Meeting was held ait won by the Royal Naval Assodation and the the Drill Hail, St. Andrew Street, Hertford, on music was provided by tihe Ambassadors Dance November ir, 1960. Our President, Major R. Band. Dancing and the usual “ get-together ” P. Connell, presided, and the meeting was well went on until midnight and aill prodaimed that attended. "Die annuai report and balance sheet it was a splendid evening. Our thanks go to the for the financial year was presented and passed, work and untiring efforts of our Committee for and showed Chat the Branch was flourishing making aill these sodal events such a tremend­ and in a sound financial position. At the election ous success. Monthly social evenings have been of officers, resignations were submitted and held ait the Drill Hall, Hertford, on the first accepted from our President, Major R. P. Saturday of each month throughout the winter. Connell, and from our most popular Secretary, These have been well attended and enjoyed by Mr. Char lie Mansfield. Both these officers have all. We are discontinuing these during the done Stirling work on behalf of the Branch dur­ summer months, but hope to restart them again ing their term erf office, and their resignations later in the year. were accepted with great regret. Charlie Mans­ The highlight of our sodal activities this year field was a founder-member of the Branch and was the occasion of our 25th Jubilee Anniver­ has been actively concerned with the running of sary Dinner and Dance, which took place ait the it during the 25 years of its existence. His ex­ Shire Hall, Hertford, on Saturday, April 8, 1961. perience and advice will be sadly missed by In the hall, magnificently decorated for the aU of us, but we are happy to report that he occasion, the President, Major J. S. Townsend, has accepted the position of Hon. General was in the chair and 138 members, thdr wives Secretary, a position which will enable him to and guests sat down to dinner. Among our keep in active contact with the running of many guests were their Worships the Mayor and Branch affairs and will give us the benefit of Mayoress of Hertford; Lieut.-General Sir his vast experience and advice. He has, in Reginald F. S. Denning, K.B.E., c.B., d .l., Colonel fact, attended all our monthly meetings since of the Regiment; Lt.-Col. C. Simmons, Com­ the A.G.M., and his presence has been a source manding ist Bn. The Herefordshire Regiment of great help and encouragement to his young (T.A.); Lt.-Col. A. C. Young, Regimental Secre­ successor, Mr. C. Payne. A vote of thanks was tary, The 3rd East Anglian Regiment; Major D. proposed and unanimously seconded to these T. Tewkesbury, m .b.e., Secretary, The Bedford­ two stalwarts who have done 90 much to bring shire and Hertfordshire Regiment Association. the Branch to the sound and healthy position Alderman and Coundllor, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, it now enjoys. Alderman D. Dye, Lt.-Ool. and Mrs. J. H. The fallowing officers were elected to fill the Busby, Capt. G. B. Spicer, the Rev. G. C. P. H. vacancies caused by these retirements: Presi­ Briggs, Major W. D. Willard. We were also dent, Major J. S. Townsend; Chairman, Mr. R. especially pleased to welcome representatives A. Famham; Vice-Chairman, Mr. O. F. Stan­ from the following branches : London, Bedford, ford; Secretary, Mr. C. Piayne. Ware, Watford, St. Albans, 8th Bn. 1939-45 War AH the other members of the Committee were and ohe Royal Naval Association. A special re-elected en bloc. welcome was afforded id our South African The children’s annual Christmas party was Veterans, Mr. R. Woods, aged 78, Mr. A. Merry- held at the Drill Hall, St. Andrew Street, on weather aged 78, and Mr. H. Harman aged 77. Saturday, January 7, 1961. Despite the dash of The guests were welcomed on their arrival by dates with the Ware Branch, who were holding the President and his wife. their own children’s party on this day, and the During the evening telegrams were read out fact that several of our children have now from Her Majesty The Queen and our Colonel- passed the age for kiddies’ parties, 42 children in-Chief, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The turned up for their annual “ do,” and in their Queen Mother, in reply to messages of loyal THE WASP AND THE EAGLE J7 i greetings sent earlier. A message was also made such an admirable background to our top received and read out from our late President, table. To Mr. Joe Farnham, our Chairman, and Major R. P. Connell, who is seriously ill in his Committee for their untiring efforts and for Hertford County Hospital, a message of good all their excellent arrangements. To Mr. Lines, wishes for a speedy recovery was sent to him in of the London Branch, for obtaining for us the reply. Loyal toasts to Her Majesty the Queen, presentation gifts of cigarettes and matches. and our Colonel-in-Chief, Her Majesty The And lastly, to all our guests for coming along Queen Mother, were proposed by the President, and gracing us with their presence; it was nice who also proposed the toast to “ Absent Com­ having you, and we can only hope that you en­ rades.” joyed our company as much as we enjoyed yours. General Sir Reginald Denning in proposing the toast of The Regiment, gave us up-to-date WATFORD news of the Regiment’s activities overseas and Since the last issue of The Journal, the Branah of the Territorial Battalions. He congratulated has been carrying on in its usual manner. Our the Branch on reaching its 25th anniversary, and annual Christmas Bottle Draw was again very also paid a moving tribute to our retiring Secre­ successful in helping Branch finances and many tary, Mr. Charlie Mansfield. Lt.-Col. J. H. Comrades’ wives went home happily with Busby, in a very witty speech, proposed the toast pockets bulging with bottles of “ this and that.” to “ The Hertford Branch,” and also thanked us Also on the same evening, one of our members for a wonderful evening. The toast of “ Our of the Ladies Section, Mrs. R. Nobbs, gave Guests ” was proposed by the President, who the Branch a beautifully embroidered set for briefly welcomed all our guests individually, and a raffle. This is just one instance of the sup­ hoped that they would have an enjoyable time port we receive from the ladies. wiith us. The Branch A.G.M. was held at the Drill After dinner the President paid a short tribute Hall in February, and we were very pleased to to our retiring Secretary, Mr. Charlie Mansfield, see our popular President, Capt. J. S. Payne, in which he expressed the thanks and apprecia­ who made the long trip from Bournemouth, tion of the Branch for his splendid work and and also one of our Vice-Presidents, Lt.-Col. untiring efforts during the past 25 years. C. Simmons, who came over from the other General Sir Reginald Denning then made a side of the County to be with us. It was a small presentation to Mr. Mansfield on behalf successful meeting, and it was good to see of the Branch. Mr. Mansfield, in replying, several Comrades who had made the effort thanked the Branch for their gift, and although to be with us, even though they had long regretting his retirement, promised to give all distances to travel, and we think this empha­ in his power to further the interest and welfare sises the spirit within the Branch. of rhe Branch in the future. General Denning In March the Branch had the honour of then handed over to the Branch two very fine welcoming a new Branch Padre, the Rev. A. pieces of Regimental silver, which arc to be A. G. Richards, who we were very pleased to permanently held on loan. The President in meet at our last meeting, and we know that he accepting these, thanked General Denning and will become a great asset to the Branch. After stated that they would always occupy a proud rhe meeting “ Dixie ” Dean and company intro­ and honoured position among our other trophies. duced him to the game of darts and the Padre The company then broke up for the usual “ get- showed his paces amongst the Branch together ” and dancing to the music of rhe “ champs.” Ambassadors Band. We would Kkc to tender Our regular Tombola sessions are still a our sincere thanks to the following for helping good source of revenue at the week-ends, and to make the evening such a huge success and silence reigns until a member gets those 15 one thit will long be remembered by members elusive numbers on his or her card, and while and guests alike: The Mayflower Catering Co., the lucky person collects their winnings, there for an excellent dinner and for providing suah is the scramble to the bar to replenish the magnificent floral decorations. Lt.-Col. Sim­ empty glasses. At the time of writing, wc are mons for the loan of many fine pieces of Regi­ hoping to make another trip to Bournemouth mental silver, which made our top table look in the near future, where many spent a grand like a Lord Mayor’s banquet. To Mr. Raymond, day with Capt. J. S. Payne last year. of Hcrtingfordbury, for making and presenting to the Branch the really magnificent birthday ST. ALBANS cake; this cake, complete with Regimental Badge done in icing, was a centre of attraction and The Branch has lost one of its oldest mem­ admiration. It was laitcr raffled, and the Branch bers, Mr. C. Hyde, who died on April 18 at funds benefited considerably from the proceeds. the age of 80. A founder-member of the Sgt. F. Fairclough, of the Watford Branch, for Branch, he took a great part in the activities providing rhe banner with the Regimental Badge of the Branch in its early days. His obituary and finished with the Regimental Colours, which norice appears elsewhere in this number. 276 THS WASP AND THE EAGLE

held. Donations, in the form of “ Bun Pennies,” have come in well for the Branch Benevolent Fund, the chief contributors being Messrs. Windmill, Howe, Hale and Starkins. The Branch sends its gcetings to Cpl. M. Smith and his family, now serving with the 1st Battalion; Cpl. Smith is a member of the Branch. They hope to see him soon.

BEDFORD The Branch held its Annual General Meet­ ing at Kempston Barracks, in the 5th Bn. Bedfordshire Regiment Social Club on Friday, February 3, 1961. The attendance was not up to our usual standard because quite a lot of members were absent due to sickness, in­ cluding our President, Lt.-Col. E. G. Fanning, M.c., D.L. The officers were re-elected en bloc, which means that our indefatigable Secretary, Mr. C. C. Wells, has again undertaken to serve in his many capacities for another year. We all thank him for the help that he has given to the Regimental Association in general, and to the Bedford Branch in particular.

M o n t h l y M e e t in g s We continue to hold our monthly meetings on the first Friday in the month at Kempston [Photograph by Messrs. Windmill and Hoxue, Barracks, thanks to Major W. J. Darville, St. Alban’s Branch. whilst the Bedford Detachment, T.A , has its The 16th Foot’s Regimental Plot at the Field of H.Q. there. We have an option on a room in Remembrance, Westminster Abbey, November, the Bedford United Services Club on the i960. second Friday in the month, if we have to leave our old Depot. One thing is certain, we shall continue to meet somewhere, and we Messrs. Windmill and Howe represented the extend a warm welcome to all serving and ex­ Branch on the occasion of the opening cere­ serving members of The Regiment. We look mony of The Field of Remembrance ait West­ forward to our next muster of ex-members of minster Abbey in November, i960. They took The Regiment at the annual Regimental Week­ the photograph of the Regimental Plot, which end. appears in these columns. Twelve members We have now come to the end of this year’s went to Bedford for the annual Remembrance games season, and the Branch have acquitted Service and Parade, and met many old friends. themselves well in the Bedford United Services’ Games League. We just failed to win the A n n u a l R e u n io n D in n e r “ Arnold Cup,” so have to be content with the “ Runners-up ” Cup. At darts, we have also On December 10, i960, the Branch held a got the “ Runners-up ” Cup. At cribboge, we reunion dinner, eighteen members, including have to be content with third place, but we the President, Lt.-Col. J. H. Busby, m .b .e ., and have won the Dominoes Cup. We must con­ the Vice-President, Capt. W. G. Cann, gratulate Jim Pithers on winning the Indi­ attended. All enjoyed themselves very much. vidual Crib Trophy, and Charlie Kentish on The Hon. Secretary, this year, had arranged being runner-up in the Dominoes Individual. chat members could begin paying into the The team and reserves, who have turned up dinner fund in January, thus, when the time for for all matches, must be congratulated on their die dinner came, there was a much smaller efforts, these being Mr. C. C. Wells (captain), amount to pay. All agreed it was a very sound Mr. H Willmott, “ Wally ” Folds, Bill Diemer, scheme. R.S.M. V. Herd, Frank Boutwood, Jim At the Annual General Meeting, the officers Pithers, George Shirley, Charlie Kentish, Bert and Committee were re-elected en bloc. Askew and Mr. D. Hammond. The presenta­ The monthly meetings have been well tion of prizes took place at the B.L’.S.A. Club attended, and after the business of the meeting on Friday, April 28. and a very good evening has been completed, games and a social are was had by all. THE ASSOCIATION OF SERVICE NEWSPAPERS ADVERTISEMENT PAGES. 67/68 JERMYN STREET, ST. JAMES'S, S.W .l. TEL. WHITEHALL 2504

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[Photograph by The Home Counties Newspapers, Luton. The I.uton Branch annual dinner at the Town Hall, Luton, Saturday, January 2 1, 1961.

HITCH IN tion and Mrs. Derek Tewkesbury. During the On November 11, i960, a party of members evening the Regimental Secretary handed to with their wives and friends went to the Saffron the President, the late Major L. Barford, the Walden Branch of The Essex Regiment two pieces of Regimental silver of the 16th Association for a social evening, which they Foot, which had been selected to be placed on all very much enjoyed. The Branch was repre­ loan to the Branch. The President accepted sented at the annual Remembrance Service them with gratitude and stated they would be and Parade, held at Kempston Barracks, on held with pride by the Branch. Sunday, November 20, i960. Members of the The sudden death of the President, Major Branch also attended the annual reunion Lance Barford, which occurred on February 3, dinners of the Luton and Waire Branches, and was a great shock. The news of his death, both functions were very enjoyable. which is reported more fully in the Obituary The Annual General Meeting was held at Column of this number, was followed by the the Drill Hall on Sunday, February 26. The sad report of the deaths of Mr. F. Rae, on /Chairman, Colonel Cooper, gave an en­ February 4, and Mr. H. Brown on February 8. couraging report on The Branch’s activities. They were both stalwart members of the After the election of officers for the coming Branch, and they and the late President will year, the accounts were presented by the Hon. be much missed. Treasurer, Mr. E. Foster. These showed that M o n t h l y M e e t in g s the finances of the Branch were in a healthy state. The Committee would like to see more The monthly meetings are now held on the members attending the monthly meetings. The last Thursday in each month. new Chairman is Mr. P. Rogers, and all mem­ bers wish him good luck and pledge their loyal support to make his term of office a great LUTON success. The Branch annual dinner was held at the Town Hall, Luton, on Saturday, January 21, 6th BATTALION THE BEDFORDSHIRE 1961. Although a few old familiar faces were REGIM ENT (1914-1918) O.C.A. missing, there was a good attendance, and a very happy evening was enjoyed by all pre­ A n n u a l R e u n io n D in n e r sent. The guests included members from the The annual reunion dinner was held on Branches, the Regimental Secretary and Mrs. Saturday, April 29, 1961, a>t the Baith House Alan Young, and the Secretary of the Bed­ Hotel, Dean Street, London, W.l. Colonel A. fordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Associa­ T. Hitch, d .s .o ., the President, took the chair, 278 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

and the guests were the Regimental Secretary, 6th BATTALION (1939-1945) O.C.A. Lt.-Col. A. C. Young, the Secretary, the r6th It is with the deepest regret we report the Foot Regimental Association, Major D. T. passing of our esteemed Chairman, Major L. Tewkesbury, m .b .e ., Messrs. J . V. Hackman I. Barford T.D., who died suddenly on Febru­ and “ Ginger” Butler. Twenty-two members ary 3. Major Barford joined the 6th Battalion were present, and a special welcome was given as a subaltern on its formation at Luton in to Messrs. Worth and Green, wlho were attend­ September, 1939, and left the Battalion at ing the reunion dinner for the first time for Swairland Hall, Northumberland, for traffic - many years. Mr. Vic Craddock acted as Toast­ control duties with Northern Command, in master. The Loyal Toasts were proposed by March, 1941. He assumed the Chairmanship the President, Colonel Hikah. A message of of our Association in 1949, and by his cheery loyal greetings had been sent to Her Majesty nature and keen interest shown in all our Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, Colonel- activities, was a most popular figure among in-Ghief, on behalf of the members present, members. and Her Majesty’s gracious reply was read out Our reunion this year will consist of a dinner- at the dinner and received with acclamation by dance ait the Eusron Tavern, London, on Sat­ all present. The toast to “ Absent Comrades ” urday, September 30, 1961. This departure was proposed by the President, and before from the normal “ stag ” form was by popular giving the toast. Colonel Hitch referred to the vote at our last annual general meeting in May, death of Mr. Cyril Bliss. i960, and wiU be our first mixed venture. In Mr. Craddock proposed the toast to the choosing a date in the autumn and by in­ President, and Colonel Hitch, in his reply, cluding the ladies, it is hoped the attendance thanked the members for their good wishes will show a marked improvement on that of and loyal support. Mr. Harold Long, M .M., recent years, thus making our annual event then proposed the toast to “ The Guests,” secure, both in following and interest. Whether which was responded to by the Regimental the mixed function is repeated annually or we Secretary. In his reply, Colonel Young revert to “ stag,” depends entirely on the out­ thanked the President and members of the come of this gathering, and it is hoped mem­ Branch on his and the other guests’ behalf for bers will get together on reunion night, be their kindly hospitality. He then gave a very they “ single ” or “ double," and make the ven­ interesting account of the activities of The ture a great success. Details will be dispatched Regiment. He stressed the importance of in due course to our regular members, but any recruiting and asked those present whenever former Comrades who have been out of touch the opportunity occurred, to do all they could for some years, may enquire of the Hon. Secre­ to assist in obtaining recruits for the Regiment. tary, F. G. Sugars, 5, Cowridgc Crescent, Mr. Johnny Day, the Hon. Secretary, to whom Luton, Beds several well-deserved tributes had been paid during the evening, then spoke of the sad loss of Mr. Cyril Bliss, who had been a founder member of the Branch and a great Comrade. The Essex Regiment His Obituary appears elsewhere in this Association Journal. His death was a tragic loss, and he would be much missed. Mr. Day also paid Annual General Meeting tribute to the late Mr. W. Wells, who died on The Annual General Meeting of the Associa­ April 2, 1961; he was Post Corporal with the tion will be held at the reunion of The 3rd Battalion during the 1914-1918 War. Mr. Day then spoke of his gratitude for the support East Anglian Regiment (i6th/44th Foot) at members gave him, which enabled the annual Gordon Fields, Ilford, on Saturday, July 15, reunion to be held. He expressed the hope that at 4.15 p.m. aU members who were on the sick list would The meeting will be asked to agree to certain make a speedy recovery and be with them next alterations to the existing rules which have year. He concluded by stating that a sugges­ become necessary as a result of the amalgama­ tion had been put forward regarding the possi­ tion of The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire bility of their O.C.A. amalgamating with the Regiment and The Essex Regiment. 71th (S) Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment (1914- 1918) O.C.A. and the 8th Bn. The Bedfomd- NOTES FROM BRANCHES sbire Regiment (1914-1918) O.C.A., but so far no progress had been made with the idea. (ASSOCIATION OF SERGEANTS (PAST AND The remainder of the evening was spent in­ PRESENT) ALL BATTALIONS THE ESSEX formally, and many reminiscences were ex­ REGIMENT (44th/56th FOOT) changed. The repoit of the Annual General Meeting The annual reunion dinner for 1962 will be will be published in the next number of The held on Saturday, April 28. Journal. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 279

4th BN. COMRADES’ ASSOCIATION dinner at Vange on December 10, i960, a dozen Since our last notes to The Wasp and the old boys sat down to a good meal. The Eagle, the Association has had an informal younger serving men made them feel ait home reunion at the “ Prince of Wales,” at Buck- and as they stayed for the week-end they had hursit Hill, on March 24; as usual, a fair num­ the pleasant experience of the Captain Quar­ ber of members reported for “ duty,” and k termaster bringing them an early morning cup was a good night. On the following Sunday, of tea. On Sunday morning they amended a number of Comrades laid a wreaith on the Church Parade and stayed to lunah. Some Cenotaph in memory of our Fallen Comrades 1914-18 men had travelled more than 40 miles of two world wars, the parade was led by our to be there. Chairman, Lt.-Col. D. F. Garrard, t .d . A The next meeting—at Warley on March 5— telegram was sent by the younger members had a note of sadness. It was the last parade of the Association to the “ Gaza ” Officers, who of tthe 459 Regiment before turning over to held their annual dinner ait the Trocadero on form 300 Regiment. After the Service in the Monday, March 27. For the younger members Regimental Ghapel, where the band played it was a great honour to be joined for a brief the hymns, the Regiment and Old Comrades moment with those “ old sweats,” whom we of the 6th and 7th Battalions were inspected by all respect so much. Colonel Sir John Ruggles-Brise, Lord Lieuten­ Our congratulations on tho magnificent ant for Essex. A special refreshment hut was efforts of the Battalion on its .22 Shooting and arranged for Old Comrades and their wives. to R.S.M. Luscombe on his new Sergeancs’ Some did a round trip of 86 miles. Mess. The Annual Reunion this year will be held in October, and members will be notified On March 25, the day before Gaza Day, the when a firm date is fixed. Annual Reunion Dinner was held at Che T.A. We are sorry to report the passing of two of Centre, East Ham. Our Chairman, Major J. our members, Mr. J. L. Douthwaiite (1914-18) D. Gasde, was unfortunately not able to be with us as he was suffering from mumps, and and Mr. H. Golding (1939-1945). Both were our President, Col. Sir John Ruggles-Brise, dear friends and known to many of us. An obituary notice in respect of Mr. Golding was also unable to attend. We were, however, appears elsewhere in this Journal. Mr. Douth- very pleased to have Brigadier C. M. Paton, Associate Colonel of The 3rd East Anglian waite’s notice appeared in the December, i960 Regiment with us, and also Major T. R. Stead, number. Secretary of The Essex Regiment Association. A number of old friends of 459 Regiment were 6th BATTALION COMRADES’ present, and Old Comrades were promised that ASSOCIATION, “C E D A R S” O.C.A. the new Regiment would continue to welcome One O.C.A. which keeps going is Essex T.A. them. “ Cedars ”—the old 6th Essex. Their suc­ The Secretary, Mr. G. W. Leaford, made a cessors, 459 Regiment. H.A.A., R.A. (T.A.), short report and regretted the passing of always make them welcome and at their annual George Starns only one week after retirement.

Members of 6th Battalion (Cedars) O.C.A, at the T.A. Centre, East Ham. (Left to right)—E. Middleditch, W. G. Graham, W. James, G. Coventry, J. W. Porter, G. W. Leaford. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

[Photo by Douglas H. Crotne, Chelmsford. Colonel Sir John A. Ruggles Brise, Bari., C.B., O.B.E., T.D., J.P., Honorary Colonel of 459 (Essex) H.A.A. Regiment, R .A ., T .A ., inspecting Old Comrades of the former 6th and yth Battalions The Essex Regiment after the service for 459 Regiment and the former 6th and -]lh Battalions at Warley on March 5, /961.

“ THE EAGLE AND GUN” REGIMENTAL ASSOCIATION This Association has just concluded another passing of the years inevitably calk for record­ year’s work and many thanks are due to the ing the passing of more of our Old Comrades, CO. of ithe “ Rough Riders ” at the T.A. including Messrs. J. E. Burland, P. W. Bartrip, Centre, Forest Lodge, Whipps Cross, London, H. Hamiman and G. Hunt, all of whom were E.17, for allowing us to still hold our meetings, very good comrades and who were keen and parades and functions at his Unit Head­ interested in our Association. quarters. A change is now taking place and The Annual Reunion Dinner of the i/yth the “ Rough Riders ” are being amalgamated Battalion took place on Saturday, October 1, with the “ Inns of Court.” The C.O., Col. D. i960, at “ The Mitre,” Chancery Lane, Lon­ Thompson, M.c., t .d ., has already intimated don. About 40 old members turned up on this chan he wishes us to carry on as previously and occasion. Our oldest member, now rising 87, we are certainly very pleased to hear this. Sergeant T. Williams, was able to travel from We held our usual parade an Remembrance West cliff and attend. This dinner is always Sunday and were supported by representatives arranged by Mr. W. F. Marr, of 64, Highlands of the Old Contemptibles, British Legion, Heath, Putney, S.W.16. Date of next Dinner Army Cadet Force, 3rd East Anglian Field has been arranged for October 7, 1961. Ambulance, 12 Squadron Air Farce Cadets, The Gaza Sunday Service was arranged to and St. John Ambulance Brigade. The Rev. take place at Warley on Sunday, March 5, 1961, C. A. Fox kindly officiated at this service. and some fifty or so of our members ettended Our membership is still quite good, we have to join these of 6th “ Cedars ” O.C.A. The at present over 300 paid-up members, plus weather was certainly very good and attend­ quite a few on our books who may come along ance at the Chapel was excellent; it was really in the near future and pay their subs. The a wonderful gathering of the “ Old and Bold.” THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 281

SAFFRON WALDEN Saturday, December 17, was Kiddies’ Day, when a total of 153 sat down to a splendid feast, The considerable activities during the winter followed by competitions and games. The months have been very capably organised by highlight of the evening came when the spot­ the Hon. Secretary, Mr. C. H. King, and his lights focussed the arrival of Father Christmas enthusiastic and hard working committee. On complete with sleigh laden with toys. For­ November 12 a most successful evening was tunately Charlie Meakins was known to only held on the occasion of the Annual Reunion a few of the kiddies and remained unrecognised. and Social at the Drill Hall. Some 300 The bumper Whist Drive was held on Wed­ members and their wives enjoyed a grand mix­ nesday, January 4, and this was another big ture of entertainment. The M.C., Mr. K. C. success. Forty-three tables were in play and Glayden, was in sparkling form, and there were over fifty prizes to be won. Most of the prizes more than thirty lucky winners of raffle prizes were donated by local tradesmen. which ranged from a canteen of cutlery to boxes of fancy toilet soaps. We were very The Branch has been able to give financial glad to welcome a coach-load of Comrades from assistance to many Old Comrades and the Hitchin Branch of The Bedfordshire and members, and has been instrumental in getting Hertfordshire Regiment Association and we extra assistance from the parent Association at hope to receive the promised invitation to visit Warley and from other Regimental Associa­ them ait Hiitohin in the near future. tions. As most of our readers will know, much of A date to remember is Saturday, October the credit for the success of the Branch is due 21, when we shall have our Annual Reunion to (the efforts of the late Col. T. A; Martin and and Social this time at the Town Hall, Saffron co Mrs. Martin, and the Branch was able Wailden, to which we extend a cordial invi­ through voluntary subscriptions, to present to tation to all Comrades of the three Associations. Mrs. Martin an inscribed Silver Salver as a token of their appreciation. A photograph BRENTWOOD taken at the presentation appears on this page. On behalf of the Ladies of the Branch, a This Branch is still in existence although the bouquet of carnations was presented to Mrs. numbers attending our social gatherings at the Martin by Mrs. Stead. T.A. Centre, Chestnut Grove, Brentwood, are

[Photograph by David Campbell, Saffron Walden Mrs. Helen Martin, widow of the late Colonel T. A. Martin, M.B.E., receiving from Mr. S. A. Carter, the silver salver, presented to her by the Saffron Walden and District Branch of The Essex Regiment Association. Others in the group are—Major T. R. Stead and Mr. C. H. King. 282 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

not increasing. However, we have been kindly gave permission for the Drill Hall, successful in obtaining two new members, and Upminster, to be used. The guest of honour ait our Annuai General Meeting held in Feb­ was the Associate Colonel of the 3rd East ruary it was decided tihait only two further Anglian Regiment, Brigadier C. M. Paton, meetings should be held this year as follows; C.v.o., c.b.e., D.L. The President invited Saturday, July 1, and Saturday, December 9. members of the Branch to take tea with him Bath meetings will be at the T.A. Centre, 01' his heme during the early part of the Chestnut Grove, Brentwood, at 8 p.m. summer. Although the July meeting will take place At a meeting afterwards the previous year’s only two weeks before the Annual Reunion, it officers were re-elected. is hoped that all members will attend so thar. some idea can be formed as to whether it will be worthwhile to hire a coach for the journey SOUTHEND AND DISTRICT to Ilford on July 15. Our Branch continues to meet on the first Friday in each month and mainly takes the form cf a get-together at the bar, with a spot METROPOLITAN, ESSEX of darts and tombola. Through the efforts of Branch membership has remained constant that handful of keen, active “ Pompadours ” at 69 during the past few months. The we have succeeded in signing cn several new members of the Executive Committee have members. Our A.G.M. in December was well been doing their best to increase numbers but, attended and our President, Brigader G. Shen- like all oJier organisations, we find difficulty stone, c .b .e ., t .d ., d .l ., j .p ., said he was delighted in obtaining new members, due to there being Co see such a fine muster for such a small so many other cadis upon people’s time. We Bnnoh. The following Officers and Com- are not depressed, however, and are still aiming mi'jtee were elected for 1961. Capt. Len at a round hundred members. Our members Hammond (Chairman), Capt. A. E. Cooper are apparently satisfied with the efforts of the (Treasurer), Mr. C. L. Dalton (Secretary). Executive Committee because the whole com­ Committee: Major A. Saunders, Messrs. F. mittee was re-elected en bloc ait the Annual Alliker, D. Deer, A. Fiddes, H. Greenwood, Generail Meeting in January. Our Chairman, W. Hardmge, C. Harrod and P. Laflin. Mr. Col. H. Craig, O.B.E., T.D., D.L., had decided C. Harrod and Mr. D. Deer were re-elected to not to stand for re-election, but was prevailed the Entertainments Sub-Committee, and have upon to reconsider. been joined by Major A. Saunders. At the February meeting Major T. R. Stead was There is great interest in the Branch in the elected Vice-President and we are indeed very programme of events arranged for this year. pleased to have him. The Secretary has already received several enquiries regarding the Annual Reunion and On March 22 the Branch spent a very en­ the Remembrance Service a* Wariey. One of joyable evening as guests of the Ekco Social our members, Mr. H. W. Harverson, who is and Sports Club, and we are very grateful to most energetic in the Whipps Cross Rifle Club, them for the way they looked after us. has arranged a programme of .303 shooting at We are pleased to report that our first Secre­ Rainham Ranges during the year, and has in­ tary, Mr. Alf Smirk, is now holding the posi­ vited members to take part in the various tion of Vice-Chairman. competitions. The Branch was officially represented ait the monthly service in the Regimental Chapel on THE TWENTY-NINTH DIVISION May 7. Several members have been attending ASSOCIATION these services individually, but our Chairman felt that one service should be a Branch Ser­ A parade for all members of the Association vice, and that of May 7 was chosen. was held on the Horse Guards on Sunday, The Branch maintains contact with other April 23, 1961. At 11.4$ a.m. the parade Branches of the Association, and we were re­ marched to the Cenotaph, led bv the Band of cently able to be of assistance to the Southend- The Life Guards, and our President, General on-Sea Branch. Lord Fryberg, v.c., placed a wreath in memory of aU ranks of die 29th Division. Wreaths were also laid by representatives of other Units who wish to remember their own comrades. ROMFORD AND DISTRICT Following the parade, lunch was taken at This Branch held its third annual dinner the Drill Hall of Westminster Dragoons and on Friday, February 24, i960. The Command­ among the telegrams received was one from ing Officer, H.Q. 54th (East Anglian) Infantry Her Majesty The Queen. The Annual General Division, Coin., R.A.S.C. (T.A.), once again Meeting was then held. The steady decrease THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 283 in the numbers of chose attending is now very eldest son of R.S.M. and Mrs. Hellicar, to marked, but as this was our 461th Anniversary Edna, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harrop, Che average age of chose who took pare in the of Sheffield, Yorks. Gallipoli Landing muse be about 70 years. On GIBBS—NAS H.—On February 18, 1961, this occasion some 300 members attended the Michael Peter Gibbs to Christine Joy Nash, parade and 200 sat down to lunch. It is hoped second daughter of Capt. and Mrs. R. G. that Her Majesty The Queen will be with us at Nash, of “ Kelsale,” 25, Fitzmaurice Road, our 50th Anniversary Parade in 1965. Ipswich, Suffolk. The Essex Regiment members on parade, all STOKOE—HELLICAR.—On March 20, 1961, of whom are most regular in their attendance, ait the Church of The Holy Rosary, Nee Soon, were as follows: Messrs. J. E. Tresadem, A. S. Singapore, Ralph Brian Campbell Stokoe, Perdeaux, A. E. Mount, A. E. Wiltshire, A. A. eldest son of Major and Mrs. S/tokoe, Poo'.ey, A. H. Ghapell, F. Vere, Westwood, A. R.A.O.C., Burton -on -Trent, to Carol Eliza­ E. Palmer and Major H. J. Staff. beth Ann, youngest daughter of R.S.M. and Two members unable to be present owing Mrs. Hellicar, Penang, Malaya. to illness were Messrs. L. A. Platts, J. GROVER—FALKNER.—On April 8, 1961, at. Saunders. St. Mary’s Church, Richmond, Yorkshire. Our oldest member (a young 83) on parade Capt. David Laurence Malcolm Grover, The was Mr. A. E. Wiltshire. King’s Shropshire Light Infantry, only son of Major-General and Mrs. J. M. L. Grover, “ ARRAS” DINNER, CHELMSFORD, of Boveney, Fairwarp, Uckfield, Sussex, to APRIL 8, 1961 Celia Mary, only daughter of Lt.-Col. and Mrs. J. S. Falkner, of 30, Maison Dieu, Rich­ Continuing their series of reunion dinners mond, Yorkshire. Among the guests were a number of 1914-1918 members of “ The Pom­ Brigadier and Mrs. D. Rossiter and their two padours ” met at Chelmsford on April 8. This daughters, Susan and Sarah. Capt. and Mrs. gathering is held annually, as conveniently near Grover are now stationed with the ist Bn. as possible to the anniversary of the Arras The King’s Shropshire Light Infantry at battles of 1917 and 1918, when the 2nd Bn. The Munster, B.A.O.R. Essex Regiment were in action on the ground easit of the capital of the Pas-de-Calais. The Pompadours suffered heavy casualties in both beetles, their fighting strength being reduced Obituaries to less than 100 all ranks on each occasion. BALCH.—In January, 1959, at East Ham The Reunion gatherings were started in 1928, after a long and painful illness. Mr. A. and apart from a break during the Second G. Balch first joined the Pompadours World War period, have been held each year as a boy in 1920 and served with ist since. Unfortunately numbers attending have and 2nd Battalions for 12 years. Much gradually dwindled, and only 16 members were of his Scrvice was in India and Turkey. able to be present on this occasion. Many had He was a life member of The Essex written to say they were unable to make the Regiment Association. journey. The chair was taken by ex-C.S.M. J. ASHBY.—The “ Yellow Devils” have Comall, d .c .m ., Mr. Jack Finn, m .m ., the Hon. lost one of their oldest members Secretary of the Reunions announced that a through the death of Mr. Harry Ashby visit to the old battlefields was being arranged in his 81st year. Joining The Bedford­ for June of this year. shire Regiment over 60 years ago, Mr. Ashby went to South Africa with them. Later he was transferred to the ist/ ENGAGEMENT 5th Bedfordshire Regiment with whom L t . W. T. D o dd a n d M i s s F. V . Y oun g he fought at Gallipolli. During the last The engagement is announced between W. T. war he continued to serve his country (Bill) Dodd, The 3rd East Anglian Regiment by joining the A.R.P. (i6th/44th Foot), son of Mr. and Mrs. K. W. BENNETT.—The death is reported of D . Dodd, of Doverccurt Bay, Essex, and Mr. F. J. Bennett at the age of 52. Frances, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. After 13 years’ Regular Army service Edward Young, of Hampden Park, Eastbourne, in the Cavalry before the last War, and Sussex. with the R.A.S.C. during the War, Mr. Bennett became a volunteer with the ist Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment MARRIAGES (T.A.). He will be remembered by HELLICAR—HARROP.—On November 19, many as the steward of the T.A. Club i960, at All Saints’ Church, Sydenham, at the Drill Hall, Watford, for several London, S.E.26, Sgt. Terence Arthur David years. Hellicar, Army Physical Training Corps, Mr. Bennett always did all he could the first World War and was awarded to assist Watford Branch and will be the m.m. for bravery at Rouen Wood. sadly missed by his many friends. We extend our sincere sympathy to C a p ta in W. J. D ix o n his widow. On October 8, i960, at 498, Holden- T h e R e v d . A. J. W ilcox, c.b.e. hurst Road, Bournemouth, Capt. William We much regret to record the death of James Dixon, aged 88. Capt. Dixon en­ Lhe Revd. A. J. Wilcox, which took place listed in the Bedfordshire Regiment in in London on June 6, i960. 1889, and attained the rank of Band Padre Wilcox’s connection with The Sergeant in 1898 when his Battalion was Essex Regiment dated from 1924 when he stationed in Dublin. He was a clever was appointed Garrison Chaplain at exponent of the clarionet, the instrument Warley Barracks. His Chaplaincy proved to which he particularly devoted himself. a memorable one for the Regiment, for In 1899 on the outbreak of the South the then Garrison Chapel — which had African war, the Battalion was ordered Regimental connections as far back as for service in that campaign. They em­ 1S73 — was on March 1, 1925, dedicated barked in December, Sgt. Dixon being to 111 6 Essex Regiment by the Chaplain among them and on arriving in South General, Bishop Taylor Smith. The Essex Africa proceeded up country at once Regiment thus achieved the distinction being part of the then 6th Division, com­ of being the only line Regiment with a manded by General Kelly Kenny. Sgt. Chapel of its own. The Regiment will Dixon took part in the sweeping engage­ always be grateful to Padre Wilcox for ments in the Northern part of Cape his outstanding efforts in carrying through Colony, which finally led to the surrender this great project, for it was in no small by General Cronje, the famous Boer measure due to his energy and enthu­ leader. The Division continued on to siasm that it was successfully achieved. Bloemfontein with Lord Roberts. Sgt. From that date until 1926, when he was Dixon served throughout the campaign appointed Chaplain to the Brigade of and in 1903 was promoted Regimental Guards at Wellington Barracks, he was Sergeant Major in recognition of his largely responsible for initiating the de­ services. tailed plans for the internal redecoration of the Chapel. These plans were in later years faithfully adhered to and may rightly be said to have led to the present beauty of the Chapel. “ A.J.” as he was affectionately known by a wide circle of friends both within the Regiment and outside it, will be re­ membered for his many fine qualities — his wisdom, his constancy in friendship, and his great courage — so conspicuously shown throughout much suffering and pain in his last years. He was a great Christian and an inspiring example to all who knew him. BURLAND.—On June 15, i960. Mr. (ex-Cpl.) J. E. Burland, joined The 7th Bn. The Essex Regiment in 1909 and served continuously until the end of the first World War. He was an active member of The Eagle & Gun Regi­ mental Association. K IR K .—On July 14, i960, at Halesworth, Suffolk, Mr. Harry Kirk (ex No. 20490) who served with The Essex Regiment from 1914-1916. FORD.—On September 20, i960, Mr. A. G. Ford, m .m . (ex-Cpl., No. 3/3007) aged 76 years. Mr. Ford was with toth Bn. The Essex Regiment during The late Captain W. J. Dixon. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 285

He was subsequently stationed in Gibraltar, Bermuda and was again in South Africa on the outbreak of the Great War. He embarked in 1914 for Zeebrugge with the 7th Division and took part in several of the earlier operations. On October 16, 1914, he was given com­ missioned rank for services in the field, and at Ypres on October 31 of that year was wounded. In 1915 he embarked for Mudros in the Grecian Archipelago for service with the Gallipoli Expeditionary Force and was appointed Staff Captain the same year. Subsequently in 1916 he proceeded with the Force to Egypt. In 1917 he went to Khartoum and was then attached to the British Mission with the King of the Hedjaz at Jeddah on the Red Sea. He retired in 1920. Capt. Dixon was awarded the Order of the Nile by the Sultan of Egypt and the Order of El Nahda by the King of the Hedjaz. During the 1939/45 War he served with the Home Guard. BARTRIP.—On November 6, i960. Mr. (ex-C.S.M.) P. W. Bartrip, joined the The late Lt.-Col. A. E. Maitland, D.S.O., M .C. Essex Volunteers in 1890 and sub­ sequently served with the Territorial Somme offensive, July I, 1916, the Pom­ Forces until 1918. He was a very keen padours were in the Serre sector and supporter of all Regimental functions suffered severe casualties. The C.O., Lt.- and an active member of The Eagle & Col. Sir George Stirling, was wounded Gun Regimental Association. and Maitland assumed command for a HARNIMAN.—On November 8, i960. short period. In October, 1916, he Mr. (ex-C.Q.M.S.) H. Harniman, served for a few months with the London served with I/7th Bn. The Essex Regi­ Regiment but rejoined the Pompadours ment from 1908-1923. A very keen in April, 1917. He left again in Association supporter, he was a founder September to become Second-in-Com- member of The Eagle & Gun Regi­ mand of 3/ioth Bn. The Middlesex mental Association and was its Hon. Regiment (T.F.) and subsequently served Auditor until the time of his death. with the York and Lancs Regiment T.F. Battalion. February, 1918, saw his return Lt.-Col. A. E. M a i t l a n d , d .s .o ., m .c . to 2nd Essex and in May of that year We much regret to announce the death he took over command from Lt.-Col. of Lt.-Col. A. E. Maitland, which Thompson and continued in command occurred on November 17, i960. until the end of the War. He won the Lt.-Col. Maitland was born on Military Cross during the early fighting November 21, 1890, and was appointed in France and was awarded the d .s .o . for to a commission in The Essex Regiment his services in command of the Battalion. on May 7, 1910. On the outbreak of He was four times mentioned in des­ the 1914-1918 War he went to Francc patches and comparatively few Regular with the 2nd Battalion (Pompadours) and Infantry Officers could have seen more with the exception of a break of. a few service with fighting Units than did he. months in 1917 he served continuously After serving as Adjutant to the 2nd in France and Belgium throughout the Battalion in Malta and Turkey during the War. From August, 1914, he remained years immediately following the War, with the Pompadours until the latter part Maitland was posted to the Regimental of 1916, and when Lt.-Col. L. O. W. Depot, and it was during his tour there Jones took over command early in 1915, that the Garrison Chapel was dedicated he became Adjutant and then Sccond-in- as “ The Essex Regiment Chapel.” The Command. On the first day of the Regiment owes a great debt of gratitude 286 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

to him for his efforts in furthering this of that and of the Regimental Association. project. He was again at the Depot, this The funeral was at the Bushey Parish time in command, from October, 1929, Church on Friday, November 25, i960. until early in 1933, and in February, 1935, Mr. J. Day attended, representing the he took over command of the ist Regimental Association and the 6th Battalion from Lt.-Col. Wilmer in the Battalion O.C.A., 1914/1918. Saar. He remained in command until Cyril Bliss will be sadly missed by all the summer of 1936, when he retired members of the Regimental Association owing to ill-health. for his cheerful and charming manner Lt.-Col. Maitland was prominent in and by hds death the 6th Battalion any cause which advanced the Regiment (1914/1918) O.C.A. ha# lost a true and and its welfare, and except for the last devoted friend. few years, when he was prevented by ill- health, he seldom missed a Regimental C o l o n e l R. W. D a l e , o .b .e ., d .l . function. We regret to announce the death of M r . C . P. B l i s s Col. R. W. Dale, o .b .e ., d .l ., which It is with great regret we report the occurred on November 19, i960. death of Cyril Price Bliss, who died sud­ Col. Dale was one of the earlier denly in the Peace Memorial Hospital, pioneers of the Army Cadet Force in Watford, on Friday, November 18, i960, Essex. He joined a Cadet Unit at after a long period of suffering bravely Plaistow on the day of its formation in borne. Cyril joined the Bedfordshire 1906, and apart from the First World Regiment at Watford on August 26, War period, when he was on active 1914, and was posted to the 6th service, has always been very closely Battalion at Aldershot. He rose to the associated with the Essex A.C.F. He rank of Platoon Sergeant of “ D ” Com­ eventually became County Cadet Com­ pany. He was wounded twice during mandant and retired in 1956. After his the Battle of the Somme. After another retirement, Col. Dale maintained a close spell in France he returned to England connection with the Force which he to take up a commission in the North­ knew and loved. amptonshire Regiment on January 29, PAKES.—Mr. Arthur Pakes died on 1918. On his discharge he joined his Monday, November 21, i960. He father in his building business, which he served with the ist/5th Bedfordshire carried on until his death. During the Regiment at Gallipolli and at the time 1939/45 War he held a commission in of his death was President of the the Bushey Home Guard. “ Yellow Devils ” O.C.A. He was in The 6th Battalion O.C.A. was formed the hat trade all his life and rose from in 1929 and Cyril was one of the first office boy to managing director of his members and was a very keen member firm. Mr. Pakes was President of the South of England Hat Manufacturers’ Association, a County Councillor and also a member of Luton Town Council. The “ Yellow Devils ” were strongly represented at the funeral at Luton Parish Church, where many tributes were paid to his life of public service.

M a jo r H. W . A l d e n , m .c . Died November 25, i960. Hugh Alden was born at Ferzepore, India, on April 21, 1921, and was educated at Brentwood School. He joined' the Royal Fusiliers on September 20. 1939. and served with them until October, 1940, when he became a Cadet at the O.C.T.U. in the Isle of Man. He was commissioned in February, 1941, and gazetted to the Indian Army (17th Dogra Regiment). In March, 1941, he The late Mr. Cyril Btiss. sailed for India in the S.S. “ Britannia,” THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 287 but it was many months later that he finally reached his destination. On March 25 the “ Britannia ” was attacked and sunk in the South Atlantic by a German surface raider and Hugh was one of the survivors who spent many days in an open boat before being picked up by a Spanish merchant ship. He was eventu­ ally landed in Teneriffe, where for the next six months he was interned. He escaped from internment by joining a Naval party which commandeered a foreign freighter and sailed it to Gibraltar, whence he returned to England in a corvette. He again set out for India and in February, 1942, joined his Regiment in Jullunder and was re-united with his parents, who were serving in that station with the Royal Indian Army Service Corps. He saw action on the Arakan and Imphal fronts as a Company Com­ The late Major H. W. Alden, M.C. mander in ist Bn. 17th Dogra Regiment and as a result of his gallantry during Battalion to Warley he suffered a severe the period November 16, 1943, to May relapse from which he never recovered 15, 1944, he was awarded the Military to full health. It is typical of the man, Cross. His courage, determination and that in spite of his condition at the time, personal skill in the Arakan were again he took on the duties of a Grade 2 Staff evident in an attack he led on the Nun- Officer in the War Office Works Study shigum feature east of the Imphal Plain Group during the last nine months of his when on April 13, 1944, he led a bayonet life, a task which demanded considerable attack on heavily defended Japanese posi­ travelling and concentration, and which tions and though severely wounded he carried out in his customary con­ continued to command his Company until scientious and efficient manner. carried from the battlefield in an Hugh will be best remembered for his exhausted condition. unfailing sense of humour, his undoubted Just after the end of the War he was ability on the hockey field and indeed in granted a Regular commission and most sports, and the high esteem in gazetted to The Essex Regiment, joining which this cheerful personality was held the ist Battalion in Southern India in by his brother officers and the men he 1947. He became Adjutant of the commanded. It seems unjust that this Battalion in May of that year and con­ young life should be cut off at a time tinued in that appointment until when his Army career and his family February, 1948, when after a short spell affairs were reaping the benefits of his on the holding strength of the Depot he accomplishments, and to his widow, became Adjutant of the East Anglian Audrey, we offer our most sincere sym­ Brigade Training Battalion. He served pathies and can assure her that his death with the ist Battalion again in 1953 in will be felt in the Regiment for many, Germany and finally in January, 1958, many years to come. L.W.A. to August, 1959, during which the amal­ RID D LE.—On November 27, i960, Mr. gamation took place. In between Regi­ J. Riddle, formerly No. 1823, Sergeant, mental Duty he served in various Staff 1st Bn. The Hertfordshire Regiment. appointments and the excellent work he He was a member of the Old Con- did as D.A.A.G. (M.P.) at H.Q., Federa­ temptibles (1914) Association. tion Army in 1956/7 did much to smooth the way for the formation of the new T R U SSLER .—We regret to record the Malayan Army. death on November 27, i960, of In- Though not appreciated at the time, Pensioner E. C. Trussler at the age of the illness from which he died com­ 84. Enlisting into the Royal Innis- menced in Dortmund in 1958/59. The killing Fusiliers in August, 1897, Mr. odd and occasional headache was passed Trussler was in possession of the off lightly, but having returned with the Queen’s South African War Medal. He 28K THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

later transferred to the Bedfordshire HUNT.—On December 31, i960. Mr. G. Regiment, with whom he was on Hunt, served with 7th Bn. The Essex activc service in the 1914-18 War until Regiment during the First World War. being invalided out. He was one of the earliest members He was admitted to the Royal of the Eagle and Gun Regimental Hospital, Chelsea, in December, 1955. Association. A member of Watford Branch for many STARNS.—In January, 1961, at Dagen­ years, he was a popular figure at ham. Mr. George Starns (ex-Corporal) Branch and Regimental functions. The served with 6th Bn. The Essex Regi- funeral service was held privately. DAVIDGE.—On November 29, i960, at Chelmsford. Mr. T. Davidge (ex- Lance-Corporal, 6004902) served with ist Bn. The Essex Regiment during the period 1924-31. BAKER.—-On December 25, i960, at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea. Mr. Arthur Baker (ex-No. 5999334) enlisted with the King’s Royal Rifle Corps in 1914 and transferred to The Essex Regiment in 1919. He remained with the Regi­ ment until 1937. After his discharge he lived at Warley for a number of years and became an In-Pensioner at the Royal Hospital in 1959. BRADLEY.—On December 27, i960, at Warley, aged 87 years, Mr. Harry James Bradley, who served with The Essex Regiment during the early period of the 1900s. Had been ill for a number of years prior to his death. COLWELL.—On December 28, i960, Mr. Percy John Colwell, in St. Mary’s The late Mr. George Slams, ex-6ih Battalion The Hospital, Luton. Mr. Colwell was Essex Regiment. (Photograph taken during his landlord of the “ Carpenters Arms,” sen

ROBERTS.—On January 9, 1961, at Militia was abolished, Blakeney trans­ Hertford, Mr. A. Roberts, who served ferred to the 3rd (Special Reserve) with 1st Bn. The Hertfordshire Regi­ Bn. The Essex Regiment. ment in the 1914/1918 War. He was On mobilisation in August, 1914, he a member of the Old Contcmptibles’ served with the 3rd Battalion in the Association. Regimental No. 1919. Harwich Garrison and took a notable part in the training of the large numbers of Lt.-Col. J. E. C. B l a k e n e y reinforcements required for Battalions Lt.-Col. J. E. C. Blakeney died at serving overseas. On January 1, 1917, he Milford, Surrey, on January 17, 1961, was promoted Lieut.-Colonel and ap­ aged 94 years. The son of Canon pointed to command the Battalion which Blakeney, Rector of Bridlington, Col. was then stationed at Felixstowe. In Blakeney was born at Oxton, Cheshire, May, 1917, Col. Blakeney was selected and educated at St. Peter’s College, for special employment in France as O.C. Cambridge. He was first commissioned 18 Corps Troops. with 4th Militia Bn. The Essex Regi­ Since he left the Service in 1919 Col. ment in 1886 and in 1895 was appointed Blakeney spent much of his time in to the Colonial Office as Assistant travelling, he excelled at golf and con­ Inspector, Sierra Leone Frontier Police. tinued playing until he was past 80 The following year he was promoted years of age. He finally settled at Milford where he made numerous friends among whom he spent a number of happy years. He became a much loved figure and his funeral service in Milford Church was attended by many of his friends. The Regiment was represented by Major T. R. Stead. DREW.—On January 17, 1961, at Hert­ ford, Mr. Henry George Drew, at the age of 84. Mr. Drew joined The Bed­ fordshire Regiment on April 26, 1893, and was posted to the 1st Battalion in India. He was transferred to the 2nd Battalion and served with that Battalion throughout the South African Campaign, for which he received the Queen’s and King’s Medals. He was severely wounded during the campaign and was transferred to the Army Reserve in October, 1902. On the out­ break of World War I he volunteered for service and served with the Regi­ ment until taking his discharge in 1919. A keen member of the Regimental Association, he was a founder member of the Hertford Branch and served for a number of years on the Committee. The Late Lieut.-Colonel J. E. C. Blakeney. Several members of the Branch attended the funeral. Inspector and later appointed Com­ missioner of the Pan Gumah District. WILSON.—Mr. G. Wilson, m .m ., ex- During several years’ service with the C/Sergeant, 16th Foot, died in Sierra Leone Frontier Police, Col. Huddersfield on January 20, 196:. Blakency personally led many successful Born at Trumpington, Cambridgeshire, sorties against the native forces which in March, 1893, he enlisted into the were constantly invading British Terri­ Regiment in 1910 at the age of 17$. An tory. He was highly commended by Old Contemptible, he was awarded the H.E. The Governor of Sierra Leone for Military Medal whilst a Sergeant of his services. In 1901 he was transferred the 2nd Battalion. He became a trench to the newly formed West African mortar expert and transferred to the Frontier Force and continued service Royal Artillery in 1919 for the last with them until 1904. When, in 1908, the three years of his service. In later THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

years he was crippled with arthritis was educated at Harrow and joined the and was confined to an invalid chair. 21st Lancers in 1902. Later he became This did not prevent him from making Adjutant of the Hertfordshire Yeomanry. the long journey from his home on In the First World War he was employed several occasions to be with his old in the Remount Service and awarded the friends at Regimental Reunions. o .b . e . On retirement he settled in Bed­ PRIDDY.—On January 25, 1961, at Col­ fordshire and was appointed a Justice of the Peace. He was High Sheriff of the chester. Mr. A. (“Darkie”) Priddy (ex- County in 1926 and appointed a Deputy C.Q.M.S., No. 6005178) joined The Lieutenant in 1931. From 1943-1957 he Essex Regiment in 1924 and served mainly with ist Battalion and repre­ was Her Majesty’s Lieutenant for the County and was knighted on his retire­ sented the Battalion at football on ment from the Lieutenancy. many occasions. He was a Life Member of The Essex Regiment Asso­ He was Joint Master of the Hertford­ ciation and a member of the Associa­ shire Fox Hounds from 1931-1948 and a tion of Sergeants. well-known owner of racehorses. In 1938 his horse “ Morse Code ” won the BRAYBROOK.—The death occurred on Cheltenham Gold Cup. In 1909 he February 21, 1961, at the age of 77, married Edith Mary, daughter of W. of Mr. F. C. Braybrook, 37, Bunyan Christie-Miller, Esq.; she died in 1957 Road, Bedford. A former Sergeant of and in 1958 he married Mrs. Avice Long, the 3rd Militia Bn. The Bedfordshire daughter of C. J. Berry, Esq. Regiment, Mr. Braybrook occupied one A great friend of The Bedfordshire and of the Regimental Cottages at Oakley, Hertfordshire Regiment, in whose from May, 1954, until the death of his activities he took a keen interest, he will wife in 1959. be much missed both in the county and The funeral service was held at Bed­ regimental circles. ford Crematorium on February 7. The funeral service was held at the RAE.—Mr. F. Rae died on February 4, Parish Church of Aldenham, Hertford­ 1961, at the age of 60. Mr. Rae joined shire, when Her Majesty The Queen was The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire represented by Major Simon Whitbread, Regiment in 1919 and will be remem­ Her Majesty’s Lieutenant for Bedford­ bered by many who served with the shire. Col. The Right Hon. Lord Luke 2nd Battalion in India. The funeral represented the Colonel of the Regiment service was held at Christ Church, and the 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire Regi­ Luton, on February 9, and was ment (T.A.). A Memorial Service was attended by members of Luton Branch, held in St. Paul’s Church, Bedford, on which Mr. Rae helped to form. We Thursday, February 23, and it was extend our sympathy to his widow and attended by many of the leading persons family. of Bedfordshire. Col. The Right Hon. BROWN. — The death occurred on Lord Luke represented the Colonel of February 8, 1961, after a long period the Regiment and General Sir Henry of illness, of Mr. H. Brown, aged 59. Jackson. The 3rd East Anglian Regi­ He served in both the ist and 2nd ment was represented bv the Regimental Battalions of the 16th Foot from 1920 Secretary, the 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire to 1927 and in the R.A.S.C. during the Regiment (T.A.) by Lt.-Col. D. Milman, last War. He was a Committee M.c., and The Bedfordshire and Hertford­ member of Luton Branch for many shire Regiment Association by Major years. The funeral took place on D. T. Tewkesbury, m .b .e . The Last Post February 10 and was attended by and Reveille were sounded by Sgt. R. representatives of his Branch. Weston, The 3rd East Anglian Regiment (16th/44th Foot).

L t .-C o l . S i r D e a l t r y P a r t , o .b .e ., j .p . W ATKINS.—At Hertford on February We regret to announce the death of 14, 1961. Mr. Harry Watkins, at the Col. Sir Dealtry Part, which occurred on age of 61. Mr. Watkins joined The February 9, 1961, at the age of 78. Bom Hertfordshire Regiment in 1914 at the on February 28, 1882, Lt-Col. Dealtry age of 14. He was later transferred to Charles Part was the second son of C. T. the Machine Gun Corps and pro­ Part, Esq., of Aldenham Lodge, Hert­ ceeded to France with them and fordshire, and his mother was a daughter served with them throughout the First of the Mackintosh of Mackintosh. He World War until his discharge in 1919. THE WASP AND THE EAGLE 291

On the reorganisation of the Terri­ torial Army he enlisted in The Hert­ fordshire Regiment and was still serv­ ing with them until the outbreak of World War II. He was transferred to the 6th Bn. The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment and served with them until his final discharge in 1946. A keen member of the O.C.A., he was much esteemed by his fellow Old Comrades. He served on the Com­ mittee of the Hertford Branch for the past four years. Members of the Hert­ ford Branch and many of his Old Comrades attended his funeral. KIRBY.—On February 19, 1961, at Hutton, Essex. Mr. F. R. Kirby (ex- No. 6009042) served with ist Bn. The Essex Regiment and later with R.W.A.F.F. during the period 1930- 1945. He was a Life Member of The Essex Regiment Association and had been employed by the Essex County Council for a number of years prior to his death. KEEBLE.—On February 20, 1961, at The late Drum-Major E. Goddard. Felixstowe. Mr. Arthur William Keeble (ex-No. 9086) served with The reported in the June, 1959, edition of Essex Regiment during the First World “ The Regimental Journal.” We War and was severely wounded in extend our sincere sympathy to his six 1917. daughters. GODDARD.—Mr. Ernest Goddard died TIBBLES.—At Hastings on February 24, in Luton on Monday, February 20, 1951, Mr. Percy Adolphus Tibbies, ex- 1961, at the age of 73. The funeral Lance-Corporal, No. 5495, at the age took place on February 24 and was of 83. Mr. Tibbies enlisted in The Bed­ attended by the Secretary of the Regi­ fordshire Regiment at Watford in mental Association, Major D. T. 1895, and took his discharge in 1907. Tewkesbury, m . b .e . “ Last Post” and He served in India and South Africa “ Reveille ” were sounded at the grave­ and held both the Queen’s and the side by Sgt. Weston. King’s South Arican War Medals. He A Regular soldier for over 20 years, rejoined the Army on August 8, 1914, Mr. Goddard served with the 16th on the outbreak of World War I and Foot in France during the First World served until January i, 1918, when he War. The accompanying photograph was found medically unfit for further shows him as so many of his friends in service. “ Percy,” as he was known to the Regiment will remember him, as his comrades, will be remembered by Drum-Major of the ist Battalion. He those who served with him as a good left the Army in 1926 and became a and loyal comrade, a good sportsman postman serving the whole of his time and an excellent shot. at the Luton Post Office until he The funeral service was attended by retired 13 years ago. After leaving the Mr. H. J. Snashall, who represented Service, Mr. Goddard gave valuable the Regimental Association. assistance in the formation and train­ GOLDING.—On March 3, 1961, Mr. H. ing of both A.C.F. and A.T.C. Corps Golding (ex-Sergeant) died as a result of Drums in Luton. of a fall. He served with “ C ” Com­ Mr. and Mrs. Goddard occupied the pany, 4th Bn. The Essex Regiment Regimental Cottage at Cheshunt in during the last War and since that 1955, but had to relinquish their ten­ time has been a regular and active ancy two years later owing to ill- member of 4th Battalion Comrades’ health. Mrs. Goddard’s death was Association. 292 THE WASP AND THE EAGLE

WILLIS.—On March 7, 1961, at Saffron Walden, aged 64 years. Mr. Harry Willis, joined The Hertfordshire Regi­ ment in 1915 and later transferred to 3rd Bedfordshire Regiment. He was taken prisoner at Ypres in 1917. Mr. Willis was a bachelor and a member of the Saffron Walden Branch of The Essex Regiment Association. DOWNHAM.—On March 8, 196 r, at Saffron Walden, aged 71 years. Mr. Sidney Downham, joined The Essex Regiment in 1915 and took part in the second Gallipoli landing. He was wounded at the Somme in 1916 and was invalided out of the Army in April, 1919. DUKE.—On March 19, 1961, at Lee, North Devon, aged 80 years, Capt. William Alexander Charles Duke — was commissioned in The Essex Regi­ ment in 1902 and after serving with the Garrison at Nova Scotia he was with The Pompadours in Malta. During the First World War Capt. Duke was The late Major L. I. Barford, T.D. posted to The Bedfordshire Regiment and was invalided out of the Army in dyers and colourists. He was a member 1918. of the Luton Rotary Club. He always maintained a very keen M a jo r L. I. B a r f o r d , t .d . interest in all regimental activities and was Chairman of the 6th Bn. The Bed­ We regret to announce the death of fordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Major Lance Barford, which occurred suddenly on February 3, 1961. Brother (1939-45) O.C.A. and also Chairman of of Claude Barford, who died on January the Luton Branch of ehe Regimental 23, 1960 (reported in the June Number, Association. Always a hard worker, his i960), Lance Barford was the son of the chairmanship was no mere figurehead, his late Aid. G. H. Barford, who created a enthusiasm and leadership meant much record by being six times Mayor of Bed­ to the 6th Battalion O.C.A. and the Luton ford. Major Barford was educated at Branch. His friendly disposition and his Bedford School and Leeds University, great loyalty to she Regiment which he where he took a degree in Colour loved endeared him to all and he will be Chemistry. His death occurred while he much missed. was addressing a meeting of the Society The funeral took place at St. Andrew’s of Dyers and Colourists in London. Church, Bedford, on February 8. The He served for many years with the 5th Colonel of the Regiment and the Regi­ Bn. The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire mental Association were represented by Regiment (T.A.), in which he was Major D. T. Tewkesbury, m .b . e . Lt.- appointed to a commission on June 30, Col. D. Milman, m .c ., C.O. 5th Bn. The 1926. In November of that year he Bedfordshire Regiment (T.A.), repre­ carried the Regimental Colour when the sented Col. The Right Hon. Lord Luke, 5th Battalion provided a Guard of other members of the Battalion who Honour for the Prince of Wales, when attended were Majors W. J. Darville, His Royal Highness visited Luton to G. H. Hickinbotham, Capt S. A. Green present new Colours to the 2nd Bn. and R.S.M. V. Herd. Mr. A. Pinney The 16th Foot. In September, 1939, he represented the Luton Branch and Mr. joined the 6th Bn. The Bedfordshire and F. J. Sugars the 6th Battalion (1939-45) Hertfordshire Regiment and served with O.C.A. that Battalion until he was posted to H.Q., Northern Command, in March, RUMP.—On February 15, 1961, at 36, 1941, for Traffic Control Duties. After Western Street, Bedford, Mr. Alfred the War he returned to Luton to rejoin Edwin Rump, at the age of 70. During his brother in the family business of the First World War he served with THE ASSOCIATION OF SERVICE NEWSPAPERS ADVERTISEMENT PAGES, 67/6t JERMYN STREET, ST. JAMES’S, S.W.1. TEL. WHITEHALL 2504 keep in

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The Royal Engineers in the Middle East and the Dardanelles Campaign. After the war he joined the 5th Bn. The Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regi­ ment (T.A.) and served with that Battalion for many years.

M a jo r W . W . W a g s t a f f It is with sincere regret we announce the death of Major W . W . Wagstaff which took place in Surbiton Hospital on February 23, 1961. Born at Leighton Buzzard, Bedford­ shire, on June 23, 1888, Major Wagstaff was educated at Berkhamsted School and was appointed to a commission in The Bedfordshire Regiment on October 14, 1908. He joined the ist Battalion at Col­ chester. Soon afterwards he qualified with distinction at The Army School of Signals and was appointed Battalion Sig­ nal Officer. He went out to France with the Battalion in August 1914 and his ex­ cellent knowledge of French proved to be a great asset. While his platoon was with­ drawing during the Battle of Le Cateau The late Major W. W. Wagstaff. on August 26, 1914, Major Wagstaff, who was the last to leave the trench, was 1945; Languages Master at Preparatory wounded in the thigh and was only able Schools, Wallington and Surbiton, from to crawl. He refused all help as he was 1946 until five days before his death. anxious that his men should get safely After his retirement he continued to away, and sent a message by a non­ take a great interest in The Regiment commissioned officer to say that he was which he had served so well. all-right and would make his own way The funeral service was held at The back. In spite of attempts to locate him, Putney Vale Crematorium on February he was not picked up, as he had crawled, 28 and Major D. T. Tewkesbury re­ not in the direction of Paris, as he sup­ presented The Bedfordshire and Hert­ posed, but in the direction of Berlin, and fordshire Regiment Association. was captured. He spent the rest of the war as a prisoner in various camps in C o l . R ic h a r d P a g e C r o f t Germany and eventually was transferred We regret to announce the death of to Holland and repatriated with the first Col. Richard Page Croft which occurred batch at the end of the war. He had been on February 28,1961, at the age of 88. He promoted Captain on December 15,1914. was the eldest son of the late Lt.-Col. and He rejoined the ist Battalion but after a Mrs. Richard Benyon Croft of Ware. His short period left to take up a Staff brother was the first Lord Croft, Under appointment at The War Office. He then Secretary of State for War from 1940 to held various appointments until 1924 1945. Col. Page Croft was educated at when he passed into The Staff College, Eton and Trinity Hall. At Cambridge Camberley. He was promoted Major on he was a notable oarsman, winning the July 14, 1926. After a brief tour of regi­ Varsity Sculls and twice rowing his col­ mental duty, on passing out the Staff lege boat to the head of the river. College, he was appointed D.A.Q.M.G. In the South African War he served Shanghai Defence Force in January 1927, with 4th Bn. The Bedfordshire Regiment G.S.O., W.T. Nonhem Command, York, which in the early part of the First World January 1929. War he commanded. During the Second In 1933, after twenty-four and a half World War he served with The Hert­ years’ service, he retired. Since his retire­ fordshire Home Guard. ment he held the following appointments The funeral service took place at St. —with The Scottish Provident Life Mary’s Church, Ware, on Match 3. The Assurance Co. 1933-1940; Deputy Regimental Secretary represented the Divisional Food Officer, London 1940- Colonel of The Regiment. 294 THE WASP A N D T HE E A G 1. E

JOHNSON.—On March 26, 1961, at his Pompadours in 1887 and served with home, 37, Queen Street, Bedford, Band them in India, Burma and throughout Sergeant Edward Herbert Johnson, the South African War. He also served B.E.M. Born in Bedford and educated in the 1914-18 War with the R.F.A. ;it Harper Central School, Sgt. John­ until invalided out in 1917. After his son joined the Army as a boy and was service he was employed by the Gas trained as a musician at Kneller Hall. Light and Coke Company in Brent­ On completion of his training he joined wood, where he lived for many years. the Band of the 5th Inniskilling POWELL.—On April 14, 1961, at his Dragoon Guards. He served for home, 149, Carlton Road, Lowestoft, twelve years up to 1936, four of which Mr. Stanley George (“Midge” ) Powell, he spent in India and four in the who served with the ist Bn. The Hert­ Middle East. He re-enlisted on the out­ fordshire Regiment (T.A.) during the break of the 1939-45 War and served 1914-1918 War. Mr. Powell was born with The Royal Artillery until he was at Ware, where his brother still lives. wounded when he re-joined The 5th He was well-known as an entertainer Inniskilling Dragoon Guards. After his and did much for charities. He was a release after the war Sgt. Johnson Life Vice-President of the Ware joined the 5th Battalion and in Her Branch of The Hertfordshire Regiment Majesty’s Birthday Honours for 1959 Old Comrades’ Association. he was awarded The British Empire MANTON.—On April 16, 1961, at The Medal for his services. Sgt. Johnson Stores, Pavenham, Bedfordshire, Mr. served The Regiment well and will be John McLellan Manton, at the age of much missed by his comrades in the 63. Mr. Manton served in The Bed­ 5th Battalion. The funeral service was fordshire Regiment during the 1914- held at St. Peter’s Church, Bedford, on 1918 War. He was taken prisoner-of- March 30. The Band of the 5th Bat­ war at the Somme. During the 1939- talion and many officers and other 45 War he served in the Home Guard. ranks attended the Service. His son, Lt. P. J. Manton, M .C ., was killed in action in France in 1944. W ORSLEY.—On March 28, 1961, at 280, From 1923-1953 Mr. Manton was Bedford Road, Kempston, Mr. Her­ village postmaster of Pavenham and bert Percival Robert Worsley, who for many years he was Clerk to the served with The Bedfordshire and Parish Council. Hertfordshire Regiment in India. Since HYDE.—On April 18, 1961, Mr. C. Hyde, leaving the Army Mr. Worsley was aged 80 years. Mr. Hyde joined The employed by the Eastern Gas Board. Bedfordshire Regiment on January 10, PRESLAN D .—On March 28, 1961, at 1898, his Regimental Number being Bowers Green, Mr. E. F. Presland (ex- 6185. He went on to the Reserve on No. 3149), served with 4th Bn. The September 2, 1903, and was finally dis­ Essex Regiment in World War I. charged on January 9, 1910. He ROFFE.—On April 6, 1961, at West served in the South African War and Kensington, Mr. S. Roffe — served was awarded both the Queen’s and the with The Pompadours from 1922-23. He King’s South African Medals. During was a Life Member of The Essex Regi­ the 1914/1918 War he served with the ment Association. Royal Engineers. He was a founder RAVEN.—On April it, 1961, at Good- member of the St. Albans Branch and mayes Hospital, aged 89 years. Mr. a keen supporter of all Branch Edward James Raven (formerly E. J. activities. Mr. Windmill represented Cox) enlisted as a Bandboy in The the Branch at the funeral.

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