notes on rear of Padre McLean image
Notes written by Lt R. W Johnston on rear of photo of Capt. McLean, Padre “En route to Sorrento. The central figure is our new padre, Capt. McLean who organized the party. He is known as “marryin” Sam after his resemblance to he well known “Lil Abner”.
Captain George Beal at Piedmonte D’Alife, Italy
Capt. George Beal standing in front of tent at Piedmonte d’Alife. Wearing kilt, shirt, hose and holding walking stick in right hand. Photo taken by Lt R W Johnston On the back of the photo, Lt Johnston has written: “Captain George (Geordie) Beal, OC “A” Company complete with kilt, hose and typical quizzical grin. Wee […]
Brigadier Ian Johnston after Church Service – 11 May 1945
Brigadier Ian Johnston with Chaplain W. G. Brook and and Lt.Col. Maurice W. Antrow, Officer Commanding, Perth Regiment after a church service in Wagendorm, The Netherlands, 11 May 1945.
Pte. J. F. McCaffery, 1st Battalion
Pte John Frederick McCaffery standing in battledress. Not in 48th uniform as yet. Quonset huts in background. Pte McCaffery was killed in action on 6 April 1944 while the battalion was holding the line at the Arielli River.
Lt. J. L. Terrelly, Cpl Cuthill with RCEME Sgt Fetter
Two Highlanders, Lt. John Terrelly, HQ Coy, and Cpl Cuthill with RCEME Sgt Fetter near Piedmonte d’Alife, Italy in June 1944.
Efficiency Decoration of Major G. C. Hendrie
Efficiiency Decoration (ED) iin original black leather case. Case is hinged on long side with button latch on opposite side. Interior behind medal is maroon velvet and on lid side is white sike with Royal Mint name and ensignia.
DND letter re B 901196 G. C. Hendrie
Letter to Mrs. Edith E. Hendrie returning marriage certificate by registered mail. 8″ x 11″ standard
Lt. R.W. Johnston at Herculaneum
Lt. Johnston, 1st Battalion posing at the ruins of Herculaneum, covered in ash by eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
A/Capt. R. W. Johnston MC and friend
Captain Johnston leaning against a low wall with lady friend wearing his glengarry.
Certificate Qualification to Maj., G. C. Hendrie
Certificate No. 133512 of Qualification to Major, Inf (R) R.F.; course held 22 April 1944; Course defined as Practical Examination.