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Q Battery 52nd Field Regiment Highland Monarch 1942

Lesser known regiment, but was my grandad's for a few years. He's middle row, middle of photo (partially obscured). Someone might know someone on this pic, I'd certainly be interested in you do.

Q Battery 52nd Field Regiment Highland Monarch 1942
merc07, May 22, 2020
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    • lmc2489
      Hi, just saw this thread and thought I’d reply. My grandfather was a Sgt in the 52nd (Manchester) Field Regt RA. I also have a number of original pictures aboard the HMT Highland Monarch.

      The images I have are of R/347 Battery, I have quite. A lot of the Battery during exercises in England and operations in Iraq and Syria.

      Would be good to share if you have any more.

      I was also a member of the permanent staff at what is now 209 Battery RA. The Army Reserve unit that has direct links to the 52nd.

      Regards

      Liam
    • merc07
      Hi Liam,
      Unfortunately, this is the only picture I have. It was from the IWM in London when I went down many, many years ago. After a little investigating, I might be wrong in thinking that it is my grandad in the photo as these are the officers, rather than the gunners etc, not to say that I find it interesting to see the men who my grandad worked alongside. But you never know, everyone I show this picture to who knew my grandad automatically ask if it's him in the picture.

      I have four hand drawn maps that also came with the photo, which I'm more than happy to email to you. Along with the war diaries from Oct 1942 - Sept 1945, however, this is a very large file and would require a pendrive.

      If you do happen to have any photos or information regarding the 52nd, regardless of battery, I would be indebted to you if you could email me a copy. I'm also making links to several other people who had relatives in the 52nd and we are all sharing information as it (slowly) arises.

      Thanks for messaging,
      Carl

      My email address c.robinson10@yahoo.com
    • lmc2489
      merc07 Email sent regrading this thread.

      Thank you

      Liam
    • James Noon
      merc07. Hi I'm currently researching my Grandads war records and found he was in the 52nd Field Regt RA. Would you mind sharing the diaries you have please? I know it's and old link but hopefully you will see it.
      My email is james.noon3@gmail.com. thanks James
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