1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
Blessé au combat
Pte J. P. Shanks
WOUNDED - NORMANDY 1944
3066719
COMPANY -
Unknown
Original Regiment joined- (Based on their Service No).
The Royal Scots
Date Wounded:
Saturday, 17 June 1944
Location (from War Diary)
CAMBES
Details of wounds - (Based on War Diary etc.)
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HIS STORY
James Provan Shanks was born in 1923 in Polmont, Falkirk. His parents were John and Jeanie (nee Baxter).
He was discharged from the Army in August 1945.
At the time of his medals being awarded in February 1949, he was living in West Quarter, Falkirk, Scotland.
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WAR DIARY
Saturday, 17 June 1944
1st KOSB WAR DIARY - DATE OF WOUNDS
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.
