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1944 - 1949
The definitive research resource for the 1st KOSB from 1944-1949
1st KOSB RESEARCHING
We have given access to our 'raw' research notes in the hope that visitors will spot their relatives and may even be able to help us build on their stories. *They are a bit 'rough and ready' so please do get in touch using the Contact Form if you have any questions.
Rank
First name/nick name
Surname
2nd Lieut
I B
Drape
Service No. if known
Researching
Company/Platoon if known
D Coy / Carrier Pl.
Research notes (if anything found)
Welcomed to Company; also on Order of Battle.
Captain in Territorials in March 1953.
Played in the District rugby trial on 14 February 1948, and took over the Carrier Platoon when Lieut. Galbraith left. (Borderers' Chronicle, March 1948, pp.7, 12)
Sources of information (*BC denotes Borderers Chronicle and month/year)
BC Dec47 / BC Mar48
Photo if found (click to view full size)
Link to more information (if any found)
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