Sir I. Hamilton addresses all ranks during parade ceremonies.

48th Highlanders’ 50th Ann. 1941- Gen. Sir Ian Hamilton Speaking to Parade – 1941

General Sir Ian Hamilton GCB, GCMG, DSO,  in glengarry and trews addresses the 48th Highlanders 1st Battalion at the 50th Anniversary parade of the 48th Highlanders of Canada at Redhill, Surrey, England on  12 October, 1941.  On his left is LCol W. W. Southam, Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, 48th Highlanders. General Hamilton, of the Gordon Highlanders, was Honourary Colonel of the 48th Highlanders from 1911 to 1947.  P0472

Original photo and text censored

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Era
1939 – 1945 (WW 2)
Location of artifact
Binder 2, Research Room Shelf
Associated place
England, Surrey
Associated event
50th Anniversary parade, Surrey, England
Associated name(s)
Gen Sir Ian Hamilton
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