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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
Sgt/Lt
William 'Bill'
Robertson
Service No. if known
2872829
Company/Platoon if known
Researching
Research notes (if anything found)
WD 27/10/44 & 12/12/44 - made Lt on 7/1/45 Wedding photo with Grandad - newspaper. Bremen photo +
Posted to 12 Pl B Coy. C Company Reorganisation Nov 1944 blog post.
BCs June 45 - Croix de Guerre - Bronze Star;
Mention in Despatches (repeated in April list); outstanding leadership in Operation Heather. pp.56, 62, 64
Sources of information (*BC denotes Borderers Chronicle and month/year)
BC Jun45
Photo if found (click to view full size)
Link to more information (if any found)
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