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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
Lieut.-Colonel
J. F. M.
Macdonald
Service No. if known
Researching
Company/Platoon if known
Bn HQ (C.O.)
Research notes (if anything found)
Predecessor to Lieut.-Col. R. C. Macdonald as C.O.; left Unit in November 1944. NB: distinct person, same surname. p.62. Made Temp Lt Col 1/9/44 PHOTO of Officers.
As Major J. MacDonald, he played rugby for the Division and in the District trial in early 1948, and in the Officers' team on New Year's Day. (Borderers' Chronicle, March 1948, pp.7–8)
Sources of information (*BC denotes Borderers Chronicle and month/year)
BC Jun45 / BC Mar48
Photo if found (click to view full size)
Link to more information (if any found)
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