1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB WOUNDED IN NORMANDY
Pte W. Renwick
WOUNDED - NORMANDY 1944
3188821
COMPANY -
Unknown
Original Regiment joined- (Based on their Service No).
The King's Own Scottish Borderers
Date Wounded:
Wednesday, 19 July 1944
Location (from War Diary)
TROARN
Details of wounds - (Based on War Diary etc.)
Possibly wounded in attack on Troarn.
HIS STORY
William Renwick was born in Dumfries, Scotland in October 1920.
He enlisted in November 1937 and was 5 foot 8.5 inches and weighed 131lbs. His eyes and hair are described as brown. (His waist was 29" and his boot size was size 8).
He originally joined 5th KOSB for training. He joined the 1st KOSB in August 1940. *It looks like he was part of the BEF in May 1940.
During his service he passed his test to drive military personnel vehicles including ATS. He also passed his Sniper Course in November 1942.
He married Elizabeth Jean Burns in April 1944.
William transferred to the Pioneer Corps in April 1945 and was discharged in May 1946.
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WAR DIARY
Wednesday, 19 July 1944
1st KOSB WAR DIARY - DATE OF WOUNDS
The attack on enemy positions forward of TROARN was continued.
"C" Coy were to take Station at 158677 and "A" Coy the X roads 161676. Both attacks were met with heavy cross fire from MG's and though supported by tanks had to withdraw with heavy casualties.
Bn resumed former positions and later in day heavy shelling and mortaring caused casualties.
The Commanding Officer (Lt. Col G. D. Renny) having been previously wounded, left under orders from Brigadier and Major TG Coverdale took over command of the Bn.
Casualties in the Bn during these two days fighting were 12 Officers and 140 Other Ranks.
