1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB KIA - NORMANDY
Private
JAMES
McPHILEMY
14273265
COMPANY -
Unknown
Original Regiment joined (Based on their Service No)
The King's Own Scottish Borderers
Date of death
Saturday, 17 June 1944
Location (from War Diary)
Cambes
Family details
Born in Possilpark, Glasgow, November 1924 to Matthew and Ellen McPhilemy. He was the first son born and second eldest of 16 brothers and sisters. He left school at 15 and worked as an apprentice sheet metal worker for Yarrow Shipbuilders in Yoker, Glasgow.
HIS STORY
Extract from War Diary on date of death:
Two heavy explosions, probably shells, were heard early in morning, followed by more just before first light. Origin unidentified.
Area of village church was shelled by enemy about 0540 hrs.
Lorry loads of enemy were seen in wood 013731 moving in Southerly direction.
1 O.R. was wounded by enemy sniper. Own Med Arty knocked out enemy mtr posn in LA BIJUDE area after a heavy barrage.
James has a special mention page herewith more information and photographs.
IN MEMORIUM
Where he rests
Memorial
LA DELIVRANDE WAR CEMETERY, DOUVRES
XVIII. E. 22.
Photo Credits:
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