Army
The mud and blood of the Western Front, the sands and heat of the African battlefields, and the perilous jungles of Burma are just some of the conditions that the armies of the Commonwealth had to contend with during the world wars. Regardless, through sheer courage and resilience, they fought on, despite huge losses of life. Tell us their stories. (Image © IWM)
Rifleman Charles Reed 4165, 3rd Battalion, Rifle Brigade
Private Walter Pinnells 15826, 10th Battalion, Hampshire Regiment
Serjeant Walter William Oakley L/7032, 1st Battalion, The Queen’s (Royal West Surrey Regiment)
Captain Wilfred Chaundler Messenger, 12th Battalion, Rifle Brigade
Private Ralph Hayden 8819, 2nd Battalion, Hampshire Regiment
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