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Old Photographs, Recognition, Handwriting Deciphering => Free Photo Restoration & Date Old Photographs => Topic started by: neilston war memorial on Saturday 25 January 14 16:03 GMT (UK)
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Can any of you kind People work your magic on the lads picture
Many thanks Matt
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(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z258/jdblf/RobertBrookmyre_zpsca587fb9.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/jdblf/media/RobertBrookmyre_zpsca587fb9.jpg.html)
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(http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z258/jdblf/RobertBrookmyre_zpsca587fb9.jpg) (http://s190.photobucket.com/user/jdblf/media/RobertBrookmyre_zpsca587fb9.jpg.html)
Many thanks Mo cracking work.
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Hi Matt,
It is very interesting to read the little background you have been posting on these brave chaps, it is nice to know a little about them :)
Sarah
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Hi Matt,
It is very interesting to read the little background you have been posting on these brave chaps, it is nice to know a little about them :)
Sarah
Sarah
This lad survived the war he is Robert Brookmyre of the Royal Scots and is probably related to the famous Scottish crime writer Christopher Brookmyre http://www.brookmyre.co.uk/ who hails for Barrhead which is in the Parish of Neilston.
cheers Matt
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To the Barrhead section of the First six Argyles
They were only Territorials, Only for home defence,
But they signed up for active service, for the hardships of the trench;
And they marched away with martial tread and their faces wreathed in smiles.
Through their native village of Barrhead, the Brave First-six Argyles.
With hearts so light and heavy kit, They cheered as they marched along,
And each man vowed He`d do his bit, with resolution strong,
And they only ask a favour, That we would write them whiles,
And our faith will never waver, in the First –Six Argyles.
They know what they are leaving, Homes and friends so dear,
Wives and mothers Grieving, but their duty was so clear.
Their King and Country`s call, to vanquish hated Hun
They vowed they`d fight or fall, till victory was won.
All of them have since been tried, and bravely stood the test,
Some have fallen and died, in Flanders laid to rest.
Died to save or glorious name, Died, but not in vain;
They fought the First six into fame, On flanders Bloody plain.
All Honour them to those we mourn,those lads so brave and true
Those Glorious Lads Who`d ne`er return,Who died for me and you.
Their fame will far and wide be spread, All o`er The British Isles
All Honour to Those heroes dead,Of the Brave First Six Argyles
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Can any of you kind People work your magic on the lads picture
Many thanks Matt
Robert Brookmyre, 1895 - 1973. He was with the Royal Scots and was wounded in France in 1915. When he came back from the war he was never able to bend one of his legs due to extensive shrapnel wounds. He was lucky not to have the leg amputated. He lived in Cross Arthurlie Street, George Street and for many years in Carnock Crescent. Like many others, he also worked at Shanks.
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My effort, :)
Yvonne
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My effort, :)
Yvonne
Absolutely Great Yvonne, This lad is related to the Scottish crime writer Christopher Brookmyre his books are fantastic and he looks so like Robert.
Thanks Matt
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One from me
Irene
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Thanks Irene
yet again stunning work!, the Family are over the moon with the pictures.
Many thanks
Matt
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You're very welcome Matt, :)
he is a handsome fellow,
Yvonne
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You're very welcome Matt, :)
he is a handsome fellow,
Yvonne
Merle Brown from Victoria Wrote this
This is a photo of my grandfather, Robert Brookmyre, 1895 - 1973. He was with the Royal Scots and was wounded in France in 1915. When he came back from the war he was never able to bend one of his legs due to extensive shrapnel wounds. He was lucky not to have the leg amputated. He lived in Cross Arthurlie Street, George Street and for many years in Carnock Crescent. Like many others, he also worked at Shanks,My dad told me that when his leg was injured, all those around him were killed. They were going to amputate his leg but a Canadian Doctor said he could save it.He was. I remember him as being very quiet, almost shy. He would take me for walks along to Johnny Blues well, carrying a little shot glass in his jacket. He used to sing Mademoiselle from Armentieres to me.
Merle says to thank you all for being most kind
Cheers Matt
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Hi Matt, :)
My grandfather also fought in France & was among those who were gassed,
he used to teach us a few French words, we were lucky to have him back but he had no more children afterwards.
Yvonne
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Hi Matt, :)
My grandfather also fought in France & was among those who were gassed,
he used to teach us a few French words, we were lucky to have him back but he had no more children afterwards.
Yvonne
Its very sad what these brave men faced, but the women at home where stalwarts too bring up the kids and keeping the house going
Matt
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Hi Matt...Another for you.
Carolyn :)
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Hi Matt...Another for you.
Carolyn :)
Thanks Carolyn
That is a very clear picture of him great work , He is a hanson man right enough!
Many many thanks Matt
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Hi Matt, :)
My grandfather also fought in France & was among those who were gassed,
he used to teach us a few French words, we were lucky to have him back but he had no more children afterwards.
Yvonne
Its very sad what these brave men faced, but the women at home where stalwarts too bring up the kids and keeping the house going
Matt
Yes they all had a lot to contend with, he didn't speak about the war afterwards, the same with most of them, too many bad memories, :(
Yvonne
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Two more.
Terry
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Great work Terry yet again!! Thanks a lot
Roberts granddaughter was telling me he was all set to lose his leg, as he was injured in an area where all his friends where killed and a Canadian doctor said he would save the leg, This he done, but Robert walked with a bad limp for the rest of his years!
Such a cool looking lad!
Ta Matt