15272 Major-General Vyvyan EVELEGH, CB, DSO, OBE, Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry

I've seen documents and websites with the GOC of this division as Eveleigh and Evelegh......

Any thoughts which is correct????

 

Divisional history says EVELEGH

few London Gazette hits for EVELEGH 15272

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Biography of Major-General Vyvyan Evelegh

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The Commander of the 1st Army, Lieutenant General K A N Anderson, CB, MC, (right) during a visit to a forward divisional headquarters on the Tunisian front. Brigadier C B McNabb is on the left along with Major General V Evelegh.


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Name: Evelegh, Vyvyan (CB, OBE)
Number: 15272
Rank: Temporary Major General
Regiment: HQ 78 Division, The Duke Of Cornwall's Light Infantry
Award: Distinguished Service Order
Theatre Of War: Italy

 

Personal Number: 15272
Rank: Major-General
Name Vyvyan EVELEGH
Unit: Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry



London Gazette : 30 April 1917
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/30040/supplement/4081/data.pdf
The undermentioned Gentlemen Cadets, from the R. Mil. Coll., to be 2nd Lts. 1st May 1917:—
D. of Corn. L.I.—
Vyvyan Evelegh.

London Gazette : 6 December 1918
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/31053/supplement/14467/data.pdf
The undermentioned 2nd Lts. to be Lts. : —
D. of Corn.LI.—
V. Evelegh. 1st Nov. 1918.

London Gazette : 5 December 1924
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/32999/page/8864/data.pdf
D.O.L.I.—
Lt. V. Evelegh to be Adjt., vice Capt. & Bt. Maj. W. K. M. Leader, M.C. 5th Dec. 1924.

London Gazette : 16 August 1927
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/33303/page/5333/data.pdf
D.C.L.I.—
Lt. V. Evelegh to be Capt. 8th July 1927.

London Gazette : 9 April 1935
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34149/page/2441/data.pdf
The undermentioned to be Bde. Majs. 1st Apr. 1935:—
130th (Devon &-Cornwall) Inf. Bde.—
Capt. V. Evelegh, D.C.L.I.

London Gazette : 2 July 1937
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34414/page/4250/data.pdf
To be Bt. Majs.
Capt. V. Evelegh, D.C.L.I.

London Gazette : 19 November 1937
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34456/page/7264/data.pdf
D.C.L.I.—
Capt. & Bt.. Maj. V. Eyelegh to be Maj. 14th Oct. 1937.

London Gazette : 5 August 1938
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34538/supplement/5016/data.pdf
The undermentioned Majs. are secd, 1st Aug. 1938:—
D.C.L.I.
V. Evelegh.

London Gazette : 3 January 1939
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34586/page/59/data.pdf
The undermentioned promotions are made 1st Jan. 1939:—
Majs. to be Lt.-Cols.
V. Evelegh, D.C.L.I.

London Gazette : 18 April 1939
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34617/page/2588/data.pdf
COMMANDS AND STAFF.
The undermentioned relinquish their appts.: —
Maj. V. Evelegh, D.C.L.I., as Bde. Maj., 6th Inf. Bde. 16th Apr. 1939.

London Gazette : 1 August 1939
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34650/page/5311/data.pdf
COMMANDS AND STAFF.
The undermentioned appts. are made:—
Maj. & Bt. Lt.-Col. V. Evelegh, D.C.L.I., to be G.S.O. 2nd Grade. 3rd July 1939.

Edinburgh Gazette : 16 July 1940
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/Edinburgh/issue/15725/page/433/data.pdf
The KING has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following promotions in, and appointments to, the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, for distinguished services in the field: —
To be Additional Officers of the Military Division of the said Most Excellent Order:
Major (Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel) Vyvyan Evelegh, The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry.

London Gazette : 5 June 1942
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/35582/supplement/2423/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
The undermentioned Cols, to be supernumerary to the estabt.:—
War Subs. Lt.-Col. (temp.. Brig.) V. Evelegh, O.B.E. (15272), from D.C.L.I., to be Col. i8th May 1942, with seniority ist Jan. 1942.

London Gazette : 17 July 1942
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/35633/supplement/3141/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
The undermentioned are granted the actg. rank of Maj.-Gen.: —
Col. (temp. Brig.) V. Evelegh, O.B.E. (15272). i3th June 1942.

London Gazette : 29 June 1943
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36071/supplement/2938/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
The undermentioned Cols. (temp. Brigs.) (actg. Maj.-Gens.) to be temp. Maj.-Gens.: —
13th June I943: —
V. Evelegh, O.B.E. (15272).

London Gazette : 5 August 1943
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36120/supplement/3521/data.pdf
The KING has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following promotions in, and appointments to, the Most Honourable Order of the Bath, in recognition of gallant and distinguished services in Tunisia:—
To be Additional Members of the Military Division of the Third Class, or Companions, of the said Most Honourable Order:—
Major General (temporary) Vyvyan Evelegh, O.B.E. (15272), late The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry.

London Gazette : 10 August 1943
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36125/supplement/3579/data.pdf
The KING has been pleased to grant unrestricted permission for the wearing of the following decora- tions which have been conferred on the under- mentioned officers in recognition of distinguished services in the cause of the Allies: —
DECORATIONS CONFERRED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Legion of Merit: —
Commanders: —
Col. (temp. Maj.-Gen.) V. Evelegh, C.B., O.B.E. (15272), late The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry.

London Gazette : 23 March 1944
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36436/supplement/1367/data.pdf
The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the following awards in .recognition of gallant and distinguished services in the field: —
The Distinguished Service Order.
Major-General i(temporary) Vyvyan Evelegh, C.B"., O.B.E. (15272), late The Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry.

London Gazette : 10 January 1947
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37848/supplement/221/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
Col. (temp. Maj.-Gen.) V. EVELEGH, C.B., D.S.O., O.B.E. (15272), to be Maj.-Gen., 29th Dec. 1946, with seniority 19th July 1944.

London Gazette : 25 April 1947
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/37939/supplement/1815/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
Col. V. EVELEGH, C.B., D.S.O., O.B.E. (15272), is re-granted the temp, rank of (Maj.-Gen., 25th Sept. 1946.

London Gazette : 23 March 1949
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/38569/supplement/1520/data.pdf
"The Office of Flag Officer, Inshore Squadron,
H.M.S. BULOLO.
8th December,1942. The following report on Operation " Torch " is forwarded.
....
119. Before concluding my report, I would like to refer to the very happy relations which existed in H.M.S. BULOLO between the Navy, the- Army, the Air Force and the American Army. In my quarters I was privileged to have Major-General C. W. Ryder, U.S. Army, Major-General V. Evelegh, O.B.E., 78th Division, and Air Commodore G. M. Lawson, C.B.E., M.C., R.A.F., and throughout the whole period there was complete understanding and co-operation between us and our services.
(Signed) H. M. BURROUGH, Vice-Admiral."

London Gazette : 14 November 1950
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/39066/supplement/5675/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
Maj.-Gen. V. EVELEGH, C.B., D.S.O., O.B.E. (15272), late Inf., retires on ret. pay, 13th Nov. 1950.

London Gazette : 13 April 1951
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/39200/supplement/2056/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY RESERVE OF OFFICERS.
Maj.-Gen. V. EVELEGH, C.B., D.S.O., O.B.E. (152J2), late Inf. is recalled to the Active List to be specially employed, 2nd Apr. 1951.

London Gazette : 9 October 1951
https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/39352/supplement/5221/data.pdf
REGULAR ARMY.
Maj.-Gen. V. EVELEGH. C.B., D.S.O., O.B.E. (15272), late Inf., reverts to ret. pay, on ceasing to be re-employed, 1st Oct. 1951.

 

Recommendation for Award for Evelegh, Vyvyan Rank: Major Regiment: ... | The National Archives
Reference: WO 373/75/486
Name Evelegh, Vyvyan
Rank: Major
Regiment: Headquarters 2 Corps Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry
Theatre of Combat or Operation: British Expeditionary Force 1939-40
Award: Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire
Date of announcement in London Gazette: 11 July 1940

Major (Bt. Lieutenant-Colonel) Vyvyan EVELGH, H.Q 2nd CORPS
This officer has served in the appointment of G.S.O.II(O) since mobilization and throughout this period his work and example have been an example and encouragement to all those serving with him. His task involved long hours of hard work and in all circumstances, especially when there has been a great deal to do, he has invariably faced the situation with cheerfulness and a clear conception of what was involved; facts which have in no small measure contributed to the smooth and efficient working of the operations Branch of 2 CORPS H.Q.

 

Recommendation for Award for Evelegh, Vyvyan Rank: Colonel Regiment: 78... | The National Archives
Reference: WO 373/146/198
Name Evelegh, Vyvyan
Rank: Colonel
Regiment: 78 Division
Theatre of Combat or Operation: North Africa (Algeria, Tunisia)
Award: Commander of the British Empire
Date of announcement in London Gazette: 05 August 1943

Colonel (T/Maj-Gen) Vyvyan EVELEGH, OBE, 78 Div

 

Recommendation for Award for Evelegh, Vyvyan Rank: Temporary Major General ... | The National Archives
Reference: WO 373/5/327
Name Evelegh, Vyvyan
Rank: Temporary Major General
Service No: 15272
Regiment: Headquarters 78 Divisional
Theatre of Combat or Operation: Italy
Award: Distinguished Service Order
Date of announcement in London Gazette: 23 March 1944


78 Division, 5 Corps
15272 T/Major General Vyvyan EVELEGH, CB, OBE, HQ 78 DIV (COMDR)
Maj Gen V EVELEGH has commanded this division with outstanding success during the battle of the SANGRO 29 Nov - 1 Dec '43.
It is mainly due to his drive, tactical flair and inspiration that his division carried out this operation with conspicuous success and few casualties.
During the period he was constantly ?well ?forward, in touch with leading brigades and was thus able to take correct tactical decisions.
This division has complete faith in his leadership

 

See also

• Vyvyan Evelegh - Wikipedia
  
• Biography of Major-General Vyvyan Evelegh (1898 – 1958), Great Britain
• Memorial tablet to Major General Vyvyan Evelegh | The National Archives
• https://www.iwm.org.uk/collections/item/object/205399321
  
• https://www.iwm.org.uk/collections/item/object/19707

 

Axe presented to Maj-Gen Vyvyan EVELEGH 78th Div.

I recently purchased a 1942 WW11 Ariel WNG Motorcycle the previous owner who is now in nursing care, had a small museum of WW11 items. As I was leaving the owners daughter told me it came with the bike and if I did not want it to do her a favour and take it to the nearest dump. It seems unbelievable that some people even in these enlightened times consider these items rubbish.
Hanging on the wall surrounded by various sheaved bayonets and machete's was this French punishment axe. I'm guessing it is a late 19thC copy. As a boilermaker I can tell you it took a very skilled Smith to make this. I immediately spotted the the two protrusions were a later addition. On reading the inscription one can be fairly sure these were added in the REME workshops to resemble the 78th Infantry insignia before being presented the Major General V Evelegh.
I just though it may be of interest to members of this forum.

 

Vyvyan Evelegh - Wikipedia

Definitely of interest to members
Some might like to see the Motorcycle as well.

Think the title needs modifying to attract more attention.

Perhaps include the motorcycle in it along with the Battle Axe.

Just one thought enters my devious little mind.
If you got that free with a motorbike what would you get with a Tank!

 

I do like that.
Thanks for sharing.
Ron Goldstein would have liked to see that.

(I edited thread title.)

 

As a "gimme" that has to rank right up there!

Thanks for posting up Wayne, very much appreciated.

Kind regards, always,

Jim.

 

Ariel W/NG 350 - Wikipedia
https://www.classic-motorcycle.com/...Ariel W/NG was,were put into military service.

Hope this is the right model,

 

I have discovered since posting that the axe is actually a German/Austrian Goosewing axe and was correct in my assumption that it had been altered to resemble the the 78th insignia. It is large at 3.6kgs, why the German Army would have one in Tunis is a mystery as it is a wood working tool.

 

That's incredible!

 

Pioneers. They have a love of chopping and cutting things up!

I bet no door in Tunis was safe

Kind regards, always,

Jim.

 

It is Chris. The type of find, and circumstances, that these folks would love to have in one of their sales.

Bosleys Specialist Military and Medal Auctioneers

Kind regards, always,

Jim.

P.S. And no, I do not work for them!

 

I mean, to me it's the sort of thing that should be in a divisional museum! Or it would be prominently displayed in the museum of one of the regiments in that brigade.

 

A super sentiment Chris but one of effects of "options for change", disbandments, mergers, over here in the last forty or so years is that many regimental messes, storage facilities, and even museums have just disappeared, along with content of same too.

A great shame, but the way of the modern defence world.

Kind regards,don't mention the silver, always,

Jim.

 

Cut the Nazi insignia off Noel Beadles Cartoon



Axe with bunched sticks, copied from Roman Legions

Fasces - Wikipedia

(NOT to be confused with feces)

Also popular with Italian Fascists.
Much of the Axis Army in Tunisia was Italian

with Austrians too.

(Averill family Collection)
Austrian Medics with Lt Beadle at Chouat Military Hospital
Tunisia May 1943

 

MG Vyvyan Evelegh, 1944
Scanned at the NARA II, College Park, Maryland, on 14 May 2025.

111-SC 212135, Credit NARA.








Dave