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Title: Question on Great Uncles WW2 Army Records
Post by: grwkak on Sunday 08 June 25 13:32 BST (UK)

Just received my Great Uncles army service records.

In deciphering them, I have a couple of questions - mainly regarding deciphering some handwriting.

In the service history section - line starting W/487, the 2nd line shows disembarked - but I cant read the next word. Similarly 272/40/39 in the promotions, reductions, casualties column - cant make out the word.

He was in the 272nd Field Co of the Royal Engineers, 46th North Midland Division and according to the family was involved at Dunkirk. He never spoke about it so I am happy to find something that may shed light on this! Any help in deciphering those words appreciated!!

Guy

Title: Re: Question on Great Uncles WW2 Army Records
Post by: Ellenmai on Sunday 08 June 25 14:08 BST (UK)

272/40/39 Mustering

W/487 Disembarked (to the) Field Force (which is the Field Company)

Hope this helps but I'm no expert.

Title: Re: Question on Great Uncles WW2 Army Records
Post by: grwkak on Sunday 08 June 25 17:09 BST (UK)

Thanks - that seems to make sense and looking at the writing I can see those words!

Guy