Click here to see the many messages of condolence - many thanks to all.

 

 

 

 

Paul Ryan from United Kingdom wrote on February 13. 2007, 15:39:

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Can any one help me, I wish to trace members of my family from the 1914 - 1918 war; the following information I have just recieved is: 170322 J. Ryan and Cpl. Dennis Ryan 6062 Irish Guards. I served with the 'Micks' from November 1958 to October 1964 my service number 23495526,and I would like to hear from any 'Mick' who served there at that time - Great site - Thanks Ivor

 

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Colin Morris from United Kingdom wrote on February 12. 2007, 19:26:

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Can anyone help me? My Father was Guardsman 14674173 Leslie Morris and was with the 2nd Bn Irish Guards. I know he was at Nijmegen and was a Tank Driver.He was also in Hamburg at the end of the war. Does anybody remeber him or have any other details about him. Many thanks for a great site !!

 

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Brendan Duffy from Ireland wrote on February 11. 2007, 22:54:

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has anyone photos or information on my father kevin duffy gorden highlanders he was killed when i was 6 months old he fought in aidan his brother is mick duffy x irish guards thank you i have no photos of him

 

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PAUL BANNON from Ireland wrote on February 11. 2007, 22:50:

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GREAT SITE IVOR,LOTS OF MEMORIES TO SAVOUR.Q.S.

 

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Brendan Duffy from Ireland wrote on February 11. 2007, 22:43:

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did anyone know my father i have no photos he was killed when i was 6 months old he fought in aidan he was in the gorden highlanders his brother is mick duffy irish guards my father was killed in 1954 in motorbike accident

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on February 10. 2007, 22:58:

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Hello Ivor. It is a great boost to see your site going from strength to strength' it must be the homeliness that all Micks enjoy and are comfortable with that makes it so attractive. Keep up the good work and best wish to your family John

 

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Gina from United Kingdom wrote on February 10. 2007, 16:15:

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Hi, I have just read a poem by Tommy Roach, he mentioned my dad, THE ONION, it made me smile a lovely web site.

 

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Joe Kenneally from United Kingdom wrote on February 7. 2007, 16:19:

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Ivor Congratulations on a wonderful website. Served with the 'Micks' from 1959 to 1965. Spent three years at RHQ 1961 - 1964 and would love to hear from any member who served there at that time. Some names that come to mind are George Thomas, 'Spud Murphy' Bob Edge, Dave Demick, Billy Leatham, Ted Farrell, George Kearney, Jeremy Barradale and Harry Hanna. Best wishes. Joe Kenneally

 

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Allan Rutter from United Kingdom wrote on February 5. 2007, 21:11:

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Great site Ivor, thank you :-) I served 85-94 Good to be reminded of so many great people and smile at so many fond memories. Good pictures Danny, great days :-) QS Allan

 

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Alan Benn from United Kingdom wrote on February 4. 2007, 20:01:

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9 years in the irish guards from 1978 to 1987,

 

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Brian Eager from United Kingdom wrote on February 2. 2007, 17:45:

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Served Ist Bn IG 1974-87 Command Coy, Support Coy and No4 Coy. Previously in K platoon (& Right Flank) Guards Coy, IJLB at Park Hall Camp Oswestry from 72-74 with the following Micks as permanent staff: - Harvey McDermot, Danny Sinclair, Jimmy Cairns, Paddy Faloone, Bill Matthews(then)Regt Sergt Major & Lt Kennard. Question - Whatever happened to Frank Leatherbarrow & Billy Kane? both left Oswestry and did short time with number2 or 4 Coy!

 

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Bill Green ( Charlie ) from United Kingdom wrote on February 2. 2007, 10:16:

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Hi Ivor,you have got a very goood website. I have just come on line so so i have a lot to learn. I served from 1964-1988 and am now semi retired

 

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larry carthy from United Kingdom wrote on January 24. 2007, 20:38:

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hi ivor only just found your site seen alot of names i remember will keep in touch larry

 

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larry carthy from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on January 24. 2007, 20:21.

 

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Mark Evans from United Kingdom wrote on January 24. 2007, 14:41:

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I have to say that this site is well set out and having looked through it the detail is excellent. I have actualy e-mailed one of the persons mentioned on this site 'Cyril' as he wanted to make contact with ex Welsh Guards, therefore I have sent an e-mail to him giving him the website for ex Welsh Guards www.welshguardsonline.co.uk Keep up the good work and well done.

 

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Michael Thornbury from New Zealand wrote on January 22. 2007, 08:35:

Thanks for the note on my father, James My Dad was with John Keneally when he won the VC

 

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Michael Thornbury from New Zealand wrote on January 22. 2007, 08:32:

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Thanks for the note on my father, James

 

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Paul Gleave from United Kingdom wrote on January 10. 2007, 21:39:

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Hi Ivor this is a great site, there are Lot's of old friends in your guest book hope they can get in touch. Keep up the fab work and I hope to send you some photes soon. many thanks Paul QS

 

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CONOR BRESLIN from United Kingdom wrote on January 8. 2007, 22:30:

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hi, great site. doing some research on my grandfather who recently passed away...23495444 john alan patterson. anyone remember him? thanks

 

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Eileen from United Kingdom wrote on January 5. 2007, 22:48:

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Hello Ivor. Just popped in to look round and wish you A Happy New Year.

 

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John Hughes from United Kingdom wrote on December 12. 2006, 19:09:

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Hi Ivor, Wishing you and all your readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

 

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Kevin Mullins from United Kingdom wrote on December 10. 2006, 23:25:

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Once again Ivor,have a very merry Christmas, & a happy new year, the same to all visitors to your site, Kevin.

 

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Terry Fitzgerald from Ireland wrote on December 6. 2006, 08:58:

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I am a retired Conductor RAOC. I was very impressed with your site. Keep up the good work. Terry Fitzgerald.

 

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peter miller from United Kingdom wrote on December 2. 2006, 13:22:

I enjoyed the site, sorry I didn't see photos of my time in the micks 1971 - 1975 24185343. Will look back.

 

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Billy Smyth from United Kingdom wrote on November 30. 2006, 20:53:

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HI IVOR JUST TO WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND ALL MICKS PAST AND PRESENT A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR

 

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Danny Riccio from United Kingdom wrote on November 24. 2006, 14:02:

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ciaran smith (deed poll-now crone). Just let all you Mick's know the reason for the bluring my old muckers face Ciaran. Smith! Crone god knows! Security purposes. But, he doesnt seem bothered, so I will ask Ivor If he could kindly put it back as it was. There you go my old mate. Looking forward to seeing you Ciaran in January. It was the Carriabean rum. Ciaran was and still is a great mucker. Merry Christmas to all Mick's and to you and your family Ivor. QS

 

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paul o keefe from USA wrote on November 23. 2006, 22:53:

just seeing if anyone in 1 company early 80s checks out this site

 

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Victoria Boston from USA wrote on November 20. 2006, 04:22:

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My Uncle was an Irish Guardsman, and am looking for photos, Group or otherwise, of him in his Tunic and Bearskin Hat. I do not know much about "the Guard", as I am an American and my father served in the USAF. This was my Mums Brother. and am looking for photos with the Red Tunic and Bearskin hat, of my Uncles Unit. I do not know what to ask about. Is it by the years, where he was stationed, or by his name. Thanks for your help.

 

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stephen glover from United Kingdom wrote on November 18. 2006, 22:26:

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my fathers name reginald glover he was caterham hobbs barrecks chelsea buck dover so if there is anyone out there that new him i would like to here thank you god bless allmicks past and present

 

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stephen glover from United Kingdom wrote on November 18. 2006, 22:17:

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what a great site my father was in the micks from 1939 to 1946 he was in the 1st battlion kings company and 3rd battlion i wish he was here to see your great site thank you

 

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M Hall from United Kingdom wrote on November 16. 2006, 14:21:

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Was a batman a guardsman or a civilian? My father John Joseph Finnegan was supposed to have been in the Guards probably 1940s and then the regular army. Still looking in to this at moment.

 

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Patsy Foster from Australia wrote on November 16. 2006, 04:36:

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Thank you for the wonderful journey into the past. All the beautiful men and women who have given me my freedom I Honour you every day....... ... My own Father was in the Royal Irish Fusiliers . In Dublin where my brother was born In Omagh where my sister was born And in Aldershot where I was born 1929 Stanhope lines The Army is in my blood All best wishes to you and your readers Patsy Foster

 

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Paul Martin from Australia wrote on November 15. 2006, 08:44:

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Hi again thought i would take a closer look at some of the messages, came across an old name of a guy called sammy richiewho i served with(amazing) also followed the links button to another site and came across a photo of a couple of guys i also served with chris rimmer & tony kay it looked like they were at a reunion anyway will defo be back keep up the good work Paul

 

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Tommy Corcoran from Ireland wrote on November 15. 2006, 08:39:

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Great too see this web site and most informative, my kindess regards to all Micks.Keep up this excellent work. Quis Separabit. TC.

 

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paul martin from Australia wrote on November 14. 2006, 05:47:

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clicked on your site by mistake,but what a pleasant surprise i came across a mate of mine we served together, as soon as i seen thomo17 i new it was him is there anyone outthere,no the wereabouts of mick twoomey,alan rockliffe pete keogh,frank phillips,donny doyle,tommy donnelly,norman kerr,stevie owens,rick astley,paddy jefferies i served from 75-79 24383183 hope you can get me in touch with some of these guys or lads i served with. fantastic way of keeping in touch, keep up the good work Igot goosebumps seeing thomos message on your site, been a while. Paul Martin

 

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liam from United Kingdom wrote on November 8. 2006, 19:41:

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i have recently medically discharged from irish guards i am 17 years of age and my god the guards are the best brilliant website

 

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pete (spud)murphy (23495217) from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 7. 2006, 21:41.

 

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glyndwr owen hughes from United Kingdom wrote on November 7. 2006, 15:41:

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nice site,I Will be back. Looking for lads of Sergeant Hazells Squad. 14th Company Grenadier Guards. Guards Depot Pirbright. September 1962-February 1963.

 

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joe duggan from Ireland wrote on October 22. 2006, 20:40:

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hi.just to say doing a great job

 

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joseph duggan from Ireland wrote on October 22. 2006, 20:24:

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hi.

 

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raymond jackson from United Kingdom wrote on October 22. 2006, 16:43:

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hi ivor new email address what a great site you have well done

 

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T.G. ( Gerry ) Gorman from Australia wrote on October 22. 2006, 07:10:

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Hi! Looking for anyone who served between Feb: 1946 - May 1953. Reg: No. 2726433. Served in Northern Ireland, Palestine 47/48, Tripoli 48/49, Germany 51/53

 

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J Delaney from United Kingdom wrote on October 20. 2006, 14:26:

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A great site, must be really good for all the ex Guards to link up again and enjoy the craak! I want to ask a favour, My grandfather John Joseph Delaney served in the Irish Guards with his brother Patrick after leaving Ireland in the late 1800's and I know that John did service in London, and eventually settled in the Chelsea area. Does anyone have any info as to how I can search for any records.Many thanks.

 

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Peter Garland from Ireland wrote on October 14. 2006, 12:44:

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Great site Ivor,I see that an old pal of mine has died Brian Mcgee I served with him in Germany Kenya Aden I have some photos of him Iwould like to send you and maybe his brother could down load them, When Ifigure out how to work it I will send them. Peter[judy]Garland

 

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ciaran smith (deed poll-now crone) from Ireland wrote on October 12. 2006, 22:44:

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Hi to all micks who know me past and present. I served in the Bn from 1988 to 1998 most of it in 6pl 2 coy. If you look at riccio's pics its me who has the blured face, I think its because thats how Danny remembered me, thats Carriabean rum for you.Danny was and still is a great mucker. STAG ON Smiggers

 

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John Hughes from United Kingdom wrote on October 5. 2006, 18:16:

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Hi Ivor, Update for you on my dad John Alexander Hughes. I now have his service record. He joined the Middlesex Regiment TA at 15 years of age. Signed on Grenadiers at 17 (claimed he was 18). He then transferred to the Irish Guards during the war, again transferred to the Paras when they were formed. Did his 12 years and was discharged 1949. He then signed on for London Irish Rifles until 1962. He was a bit of a lad by all accounts. Thanks for all your help and advice and getting me this far. John

 

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Tom Roach from United Kingdom wrote on October 4. 2006, 20:42:

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Just to let you know my new email Ivor, great work such a good site.

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on October 3. 2006, 23:51:

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Being off line for a while Ivor,Just booking in.Keep up the hard work mate.Sammy

 

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Billy Buchanan from United Kingdom wrote on October 3. 2006, 14:44:

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i served from 1 9 60 untill 17 5 77 in the reggie band i was one of the Scotsmen in the band,and was proud to be a musician ib such a wonderfull band, i was very friendly wit pipe major Tom Ramsay and also P m Willie Lyons and the famous D /m Spike milligian also Mo Johnston Hovis brown Tim Doyle and most others from the pipe band from those days would like very much to meet up with any one from those dates pipers drummers fifers and gdsmen cheers Billy Buck real name billy bichanan chers Billy Buck

 

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Mr. brian groves from United Kingdom wrote on October 2. 2006, 01:07:

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retired wo2 sapper what a web site realy enjoyed looking keep up the good work and if you have anything on the royal engineers please get in touch thanks wo2 groves b

 

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Harry Robertshaw from USA signed the guestbook on September 30. 2006, 13:52.

 

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FWA POLLARD (BILL) from United Kingdom wrote on September 27. 2006, 19:45:

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Forgot to put a message in my first visit an excellent site saw a few names I remember from 1960 to 1968 John tooke are you the ex IJLB Mick from left flank And I have good memories of the (bat) tighe and A sgt Woollard in the Sigs Pl memories of John McKinty too Heavyweight Champ and a good Basketball player to boot Sorry its taken so long to find the site all the best Bill Pollard Ex Drums Sgt and Recce Pl

 

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FWA POLLARD (BILL) from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on September 27. 2006, 19:23.

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Robert [Billy] Smth from Ireland wrote on September 25. 2006, 19:24:

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Hi Ivor Great site many thanks for putting my photo on your sit your doing a great job

 

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Philip Reinders from Netherlands wrote on September 24. 2006, 17:12:

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Looking for members of the Guards who fought in and around Nijmegen Salient and at the so called "The Island" September 1944/1945

 

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Julie Sarney Nee Heaton from United Kingdom wrote on September 24. 2006, 12:33:

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I enjoyed the webb site immensley.My father was a Mick. Frank Heaton. He had very fond memories of his time in The Micks. I know he was a Bren Gun carrier and was in the Guards armoured division. I do have his army papers which I must get out and find his army number. He was a prisoner of war having been captured after the fighting around the area of Joe's bridge. And spent the remaining time of the war in a Stalag in Leipzig. They were liberated by the Russians. He was repatriated to England after the war but, unfortunately had developed TB whilst in the prison camp. He spent 7 years in a sanatorium in Liverpool. During his spell of hospitalisation The Micks visited Liverpool. My Father wrote to Brig. Mills Roberts telling him how disappointed he would be at not being able to see the lads. The Brig arranged for the band to entertain my father and other patients in the grounds of the hospital.My fathers' brother was also in the Micks, Ray Heaton. Unfortunately both of them have now passed away. I would love to know more about the fighting at Joe's Bridge and the circumstances of my father's capture.I know my Father revisited the area with The Irish Guards Association. It was nice for me to see Fionn the mascot I remember being allowed to stroke and cuddle him when the Micks visited Liverpool. I also have very fond memories of Cannon Casey. He was such a lovely man and an absoloute gentleman with an infectious sense of humour. He would visit my father at home and spend time talking about The Micks.

 

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willy wilmont from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on September 23. 2006, 10:21.

 

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Mick Hogan from United Kingdom wrote on September 17. 2006, 22:32:

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Have seen the photos of me on your web page a few of the lads i served with. I remeber Danny Ricco. Am still serving in the Micks. I had the great pleasure along with my two brothers last year of Escorting the Colour on last years Troop. It was also the first time that the Battalions new Battle Honour was displayed in public. QUIS SEPERATE UP THE MICKS

 

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Irish Ranger from Ireland wrote on September 14. 2006, 16:16:

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Nice One!! Faugh A ballagh!! ;~)

 

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dennis cargin from United Kingdom wrote on September 8. 2006, 21:16:

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what a good site ivor .

 

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bob millen from Ireland wrote on September 5. 2006, 10:48:

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Great sight, came across it by accident and will be viewing it regular .Would like to see more pictures from my era 1963-1972 if i ever figure out how to send pictures i will forward them to you

 

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brendan dunne from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on September 3. 2006, 11:17.

 

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Robbie Wilmont from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on September 2. 2006, 12:17.

 

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john oneill from United Kingdom wrote on August 29. 2006, 20:06:

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Im an ex mick, got out in 79, just seen The Queens Castle on BBC reminded of guards life, and found your site great site full of history keep up the good work as we'll all be forgotten before long bye john

 

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John Hughes from United Kingdom wrote on August 28. 2006, 19:37:

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Hi Ivor, Thank you so much on the quick reply and the contact you supplied for info on my Dad;6202856 Piper John Alexander Hughes/Donoghugh DCM. I will keep in touch re: results. Thanks Again, John Hughes

 

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jimmy ohara from United Kingdom wrote on August 25. 2006, 20:25:

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i was wondering if some of the ex-micks yrs 55-67 if they could help me my dad has got photos from when his was in but i haven't seen any of him in tunic when i have asked about why he hasn't got any in tunic he says he was always full of oil as his was in the m/t or his was camera shy if any one does come across a photo of my old man could u let me know thanks.

 

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jimmy ohara from United Kingdom wrote on August 24. 2006, 10:48:

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i am visiting again to update my dads service dates because i had put in the wrong dates it was from july 55-june67

 

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Ged Byrne from United Kingdom wrote on August 23. 2006, 21:38:

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Hi Ivor, i served in the Micks 1972/1994,i found and Emailed an old Mick i hav'nt seen or heard from since the 70's,So a great site, well done.Ged Byrne.

 

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james ohara junior from United Kingdom wrote on August 16. 2006, 11:43:

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i am an ex-irish guardsman my service number is 24884730 i joined in 1989 i left service in 1997 my father was in from 56-68 his nick name was biff his name is james ohara snr his number is 22779381

 

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paul weir from Ireland wrote on August 8. 2006, 19:19:

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ivor great site will be back to spend more time

 

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Sandy Wilmont ( SANDOS) from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on August 7. 2006, 16:42.

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raymond jackson from United Kingdom wrote on August 6. 2006, 00:08:

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hi ivor thanks for the information you gave me "well done matey" about ted lowe i wud like 2 say "cud ted lowe who i served with in borneo get in touch with me if pos." he was originally from liverpool and i think he ended up as an rsm.if he he cud contact me on 01516325850 or my email address

 

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bob coulter from United Kingdom wrote on August 5. 2006, 22:30:

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great site ivor, came across a few photos 0f some old familiar faces & my kid brother Andy Coulter. Regards R Coulter IG 1972 - 1978.

 

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raymond jackson from United Kingdom wrote on August 5. 2006, 18:36:

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hi ivor long time since i have been in contact with your excellent site and ihave been in contact with a lot of my old army buddies since doing so. well done matey jacko

 

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Ricky walton from Spain wrote on August 2. 2006, 10:47:

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Great website and like the photos Danny Riccio sent in. Have to dig mine out of the closet.Served 1986 - 2002.

 

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Frank Feeney from United Kingdom wrote on July 30. 2006, 19:35:

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Hi Ivor Not had a look in lately, glad to see that it's all as good as ever. as ever. Keep up the great work Quis Separabit Frank

 

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Mike Cusack from Ireland wrote on July 26. 2006, 11:53:

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Hi Ivor, I am still in the land of the living and have recently been told that Col George Cusack was a captain of a troop of horse when he refused to carry out ethnic cleansing of Roamn Catholics in South Down in King Cahrels 1 's days. George returned home and took part in the defence of Galway from Lord |Insquin [Murrough the Burner] after which his troop were called Cusack's Guards. The rest you know already. cheers from Mike Cusack.

 

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Chris Crowther from Ireland wrote on July 24. 2006, 14:19:

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Looking to contact Harry Hanna Irish Guards September 1956 - August 1965 Ex Northern Ireland last known location southeast London or Kent Bob Sutton wants to get in touch! Ph: 00353 876309880

 

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Tom Roach from United Kingdom wrote on July 18. 2006, 18:23:

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Danny Ashton, you joined with me mate and Danny Fox and Davey Wynne to name a few. How are things Danny? Spoke to Robbo Kennedy not long back, he seems to be doing well also. Drop us a line my email is attached.

 

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david sloan from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on July 16. 2006, 10:44.

 

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DANNY ASHTON from United Kingdom wrote on July 12. 2006, 14:08:

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Been out the Micks now since 94, just want to say hello to all MICKS passed and present.

 

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norman dodds from Canada wrote on July 2. 2006, 19:19:

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hiya ivor great site ,been over your site a few times and cannot seem to find anyone from the early 70s so if there is any 1 out there from no 1 coy or hq give me a line would love to here from you

 

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Joseph Campbell from United Kingdom wrote on June 20. 2006, 10:51:

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I left the Micks in 1991 and would like to get in touch with Tommy Roach, Paul Fagin, and Richie Parker (Sixsmith) I am also keen to know of any re-unions. Cheers - Joe Campbell

 

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Jonathon Dempsey from France wrote on June 14. 2006, 22:33:

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Hello Ivor I was talking about my Dad today, and ex-Irish Guard. We have exchanged emails a while ago. Anyway, it prompted me to take another look at your web site. Hope you are keeping well, you continue to do a great job, valued by so many including me, Thanks Ivor

 

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Peter McClay from United Kingdom wrote on June 10. 2006, 16:20:

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All the best from X-MICK,now workin' in Afghanistan for U.S embassy.

 

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Bob Herring from United Kingdom wrote on June 10. 2006, 10:54:

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Att 1stBn Irish Gusrds Medical Cent. Azzizia Bks Tripoli until the Micks returned UK. Micks in MI Room Doc Trinder Scouse Williams, Cpl Parr, Sgt Harry Knowles, Piper Jackman. Myself and Bill Hall were members of the 1st Bn Grenadier Guards Gialo Bks.

 

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Pat Geraghty from Ireland wrote on May 18. 2006, 00:59:

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Tried the reast now with the best John Draper HQ Nicosia Cyprus 57/58 your pal Bob Scott is asking about you, should any of u know of his where- about contact - Bob.w.scott@btopenworld.com

 

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peter murphy Irish Gds from United Kingdom wrote on May 14. 2006, 19:26:

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Hi Ivor signing your Guest Book once more. i was attached to HQ 4th Gds Bde 1960s,keep in touch regularly with our good friends Mary/Ron Mann (Gren Gds)who are now in Aus. Keep the good work up Ivor its a great web site.

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on May 14. 2006, 15:22:

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Hello there Pat Geraghty ! great to hear from you. Unfortunately the Liverpool Warblers,world famously known as the Irish Guards Singers, are not backing the Irish entrant in the European Song contest But will be touring County Mayo in Sepember. e-mail me for details. Hopefully we may see you there Also Pat we will be singing "A Silent Night" the song about the 1st World War which you kindly sent to us a few years back. Take care and best wishes.

 

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Mick O'Dell from United Kingdom wrote on May 13. 2006, 19:25:

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An Instructor with Herts ACF sponsored by the Irish Guards, we attended St Patricks Day 2006 and had a great day, It has inspired the cadets after speaking to and meeting some of the real Guardsman.

 

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Pat Geraghty from Ireland wrote on May 12. 2006, 10:10:

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A very good site Can anyone confirm that John Hyland and the Liverpool Warblers are the backing group for the Irish entry in the European Song Contest

 

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Rachel Aherne from United Kingdom wrote on April 21. 2006, 19:30:

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I have discovered this website whilst searching on the internet about my grandfather. He is CSM W J Osborne who is in Michael's old shoe box. Unfortunately he died a couple of years ago and his family miss him a great deal but its good to know that other people also have fond memories of him. I hope this message finds all "micks" well and i would like to hear any old stories of my grandfather that anyone wishes to share with me.

 

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paul winterburn from United Kingdom wrote on April 4. 2006, 17:42:

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what a great website very interesting.was looking on friends reunited to see if any of my grandads ex irish guards friends wee still on go and got this link.My grandad is still living he was in first batallion and served in palastine and anzio that i know of his name is lawrence molloy dont know if anyone will remeber him but wil try get more info and get back to you.

 

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John Thompson from United Kingdom wrote on April 2. 2006, 17:47:

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hi scotty i got your email a few weeks ago and was unable to reply as it wouldnt send to your email address. it was starange when i recieved your email as i had just been looking at photo's of the corps of drums Egypt in june 1955, wasnt that spooky. joyce would send me to the chelsea pensioners every day if she had her way. once i start playing the drums, flute, or key board. i have plenty to say i will write again soon and could you please give me your email and i will reply on that. this is the email that you have given to me but i am unable to send emails to. sidscotland@dodo.com.au speek to you soon thomo

 

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kevin beech from United Kingdom wrote on March 28. 2006, 20:56:

Hi just looking,would just like to say I met up with Bill Smyth a month ago after thirty three years and it was great to see him and we did not stop talking except to take a drink or two I am ex 2coy and mt great site.

 

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Bert Bellamy from United Kingdom wrote on March 26. 2006, 14:55:

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Still visiting, Thank you Ivor

 

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raymond jackson from United Kingdom wrote on March 24. 2006, 15:51:

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hi ivor an email to say that your site is certainly aplace to visit keep up the excellent job you are doing jacko

 

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John Thompson from United Kingdom wrote on March 18. 2006, 20:14:

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Hello Ivor. your website is spot on. IHave just been looking at photo of the corps of drums Egypt june 1955, I am looking for two people people Harry Dolton and Mike Gavin would you or any know if of there were abouts they may be. thank you. Drm ThomPson

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on March 12. 2006, 13:36:

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Ivor just to thank you for the website. I spotted Noel Cullen's name on it, and old and very dear friend from Dublin. We have been in touch and shared many happy memories which would never have happen but for your devotion to the Micks Thanks mate John

 

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pete (spud)murphy (23495217) from United Kingdom wrote on March 11. 2006, 16:06:

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HI IVOR WHAT A GREAT SITE, WE HAVE COME ACROSS SOME FAMILIAR NAMES ON IT. WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE ALL GOOD WISHES FOR ST. PATRICKS DAY ON THE 17TH. WILL BE THINKING OF YOU ALL, SORRY WONT MAKE IT TO LONDON ON THE DAY, DUE TO HEALTH. Regards to all brenda/peter murphy.

 

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Noel Cullen from Ireland wrote on March 4. 2006, 23:44:

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First visit to your excellent site, found by accident. I served in the 60s and found some names I served with. Keep up the good work

 

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Noel Cullen from Ireland signed the guestbook on March 4. 2006, 23:41.

 

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Herschel Atkinson from USA wrote on February 26. 2006, 21:30:

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Well done site. Found it looking for info on the brothers Vandeleur prtrayed in Bridge Too Far (book and film) out of curiousity. Good to see unit history kepj alive. Mine is not. WWII-16th Armored Division, 3d Army, USA. Retired Sergeant Major 1966. HRA

 

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nireland from United Kingdom wrote on February 25. 2006, 20:18:

ivor hill? if it is mail me plz!!! ull c who it is then

 

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June from Ireland signed the guestbook on February 14. 2006, 23:05.

 

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charlie stuart from United Kingdom wrote on February 14. 2006, 09:13:

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Hi, What a great site the best yet. How i wish my regiment The Scots Guards had a site like it, maybe one day. I served for 16 years 1959 - 1975 1stbn 2nd bn and the Guards Depot I met and socialised with many Mick's the salt of the earth,

 

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Billy Malley from United Kingdom wrote on January 18. 2006, 20:14:

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Brilliant web site. I was just browsing anything to do with the Gaurds and I came across this by chance,, Im an ex Scots Gaurds C/Sgt served from 1976 to 1993. I was at Pirbright no 2 company the micks were in the same company. Dont really have any war stories for ye but great web site.. awe the best

 

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Tony Jerram from United Kingdom wrote on January 13. 2006, 12:30:

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A fine website, very thorough! I was just idly looking for any reference there might be to my grandfather, CSM Cochrane, who was a pre-WW1 member of the Regiment and who was wounded at Mons, 1914, died of his wounds 29 Feb 1920, also a contemporary of his, Gdsmn Gilltrap, later batman to Col Dingley.

 

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tony mc ginty from Ireland wrote on January 11. 2006, 19:01:

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My name is Tony McGinty and i was in the Micks from 1960 to 1970, and i boxed with the famous Micks boxing team. Also i was bearer party of 'Field Marshal The Earl Alexander' of Tunis KG also i was one of the two Guard's men who done escort to the colour's on the Queen's birthday parade 1969 'Trooping of the Colour'. Ive plenty more to talk about!

 

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Graham Humphrey from USA wrote on January 10. 2006, 19:00:

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Served in the Band from 1969 -1983 including Boy service and Kneller Hall. Just wondering who is still around. I moved to the States in 1998 and now live near Charlotte North Carolina. Would be great to hear from anyone that remembers me and find out where everyone else ended up. I know we are scattered across the globe now.

 

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Richard Threlfall from United Kingdom wrote on December 31. 2005, 20:50:

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A Happy New year to"To All Micks" old&new a Happy New Year

 

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Patrick O'Shea. Father SGT Albert O'Sh from USA wrote on December 28. 2005, 06:16:

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Ivor: I should have looked at the guest book before I wrote the last message. I am from the UK but have lived in USA 30 years. My father was Sgt Albert O'Shea 2717415 1st Bat. Irish Guards 1931-1941. He went to Norway the day I was born, then a Drill Instructor. Went to India for commission, served Madagascar, Middle East and Egypt. Wsa sent overseas again Aug. 1944 retruned unfir Jan. 1945. The MOD has lost his records following commission I have copies of all Micks service. He ended WW2 as Captain Inniskillings, invalided out in 1948 All documents lost after his passing when I joined RAF 1956. I would appreciate if anyone who knew him or of him could contact me. Thanks again Ivor for the great site Patrick

 

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Patrick O'Shea from United Kingdom wrote on December 28. 2005, 05:50:

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Ivor: This is a great site. My father was the Guardsman, I served in the RAF. IT is strange to see notes regarding Micks with their last 3 so close to my fathers- and he joined in 1931. Keep up the great work Patrick

 

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Kevin Mullins from United Kingdom wrote on December 21. 2005, 09:34:

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Merry Christmas & a happy new year, to you & all visitors to this great site. All the best Kevin

 

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John Devlin from United Kingdom wrote on December 21. 2005, 03:55:

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All the best for Christmas and New year ,Ivor Looking forward to looking in in 2006 JD

 

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willy wilmont from United Kingdom wrote on December 20. 2005, 20:47:

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Hi Ivor just to wish you a Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year Ally the best Willy QS

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on December 15. 2005, 20:42:

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Hello Ivor Just a message of thanks for all you do, not only for us Micks, but all ex-servicemen and women. Keep up the good work and have a great Christmas and happy New Year. John PS: note change of e-mail address johnhyland@talktalk.net

 

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michael surgenor from United Kingdom wrote on December 12. 2005, 22:36:

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helloivor its my first time looking at your site,very good. q.s mick.

 

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Donaghy Mark from United Kingdom wrote on December 6. 2005, 15:25:

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My name is Sgt M Donaghy Royal Engineers serving in Germany im trying to track down Ex Irish Gdsm Marty Flanagan from Antrin NI. We were very close friends and joined up together in in 1990/91. Im still serving and lost total contact with marty after the Micks first NI tour back in 1995 when i was also in NI on tour in Bessbrook with 9 Para Sqn RE. The last i had contact with Marty he had left the Army and moved to his family in Toronto Canada. I would be grateful if any current or Ex Micks could help me in getting in contact with Marty he was a Drummer in Sp Coy and then the Regimental Mascot Handler before he left the Micks in 1996 i think. The Micks are in the family blood as my father is a very proud Ex Irish Guardsmen Martin Donaghy. Please if anyone has a number or Email please send it to the above Email thankyou fantastic website ..

 

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Eileen from United Kingdom wrote on November 21. 2005, 19:46:

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Hello Ivor. Just having another look through your excellent site. It always brings back a lot of memories for me. I hope you are well.

 

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Hugh McNeill from United Kingdom wrote on November 19. 2005, 16:46:

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Briiliant site Ivor. I hope you`ll forgive an ex matelot from visiting, but my uncle was a Mick and several of my drinking companions at the local british Legion are Micks, so I`m sort of an honoury Mick.

 

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Ex-Guardsman, Bernard Taylor from United Kingdom wrote on November 9. 2005, 15:16:

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Hello All, This is my first visit to this site and its great. I was a "MICK", and joined in December 1944. If anyone remembers the name, then I would be pleased to hear from you. Cheers, Bernie

 

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teri jobson from United Kingdom wrote on October 8. 2005, 00:49:

my dad paddy connolly was awarded the B.E.M in i think tripoli . this medal and any others he was given has gone missing can i get replacements thanks teri

 

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Pat Lally from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on October 6. 2005, 03:21.

 

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Tom Roach from United Kingdom wrote on October 5. 2005, 20:12:

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Ivor thank you for putting my Iraqi poem on your site. I know not everyone will agree with what its about but it's just my views and not meant to lessen what a great job our men our doing out there. Its simply a piece of my mind as poetry should be, so once again a big thanks. QS Tommy

 

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gert from Belgium wrote on September 27. 2005, 18:25:

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Great site, it deserves a lot of respect. This is a vision that WW2 ain't won only by the Americans. Keep up the good work. P.s.: Can you tell me where I can find new books of the Guard Armoured Division? I got the one of earl of rosse, g.l. verney and elis (welsh guards) (ww2)

 

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amanda byrne from United Kingdom wrote on September 22. 2005, 13:50:

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your all remarkable people.i couldnt have done what you guys did for us amanda

 

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BRIAN SMYTH from Ireland wrote on September 20. 2005, 20:53:

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Iwould like to thank the choir for visiting my home town of Castlebar Co Mayo the mass and singing were top class thank you 24299454

 

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Peter Taylor from United Kingdom wrote on September 15. 2005, 15:59:

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Just Passing through, I like the Web Site very much, although I am a Grenadier! I am the Secretary of the newly formed Guards Division Corps of Drums Association and looking to recruit any ex Drummers who would like to take up their instruments again,we now have a regular playing Corps of thirty Drummers, and would like to increase that by 100%. Any interested Drummers can call me on 0118 979 3372. Thanks again. Peter Taylor.

 

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Tom Roach from United Kingdom wrote on September 4. 2005, 14:02:

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Such an interesting site, that is so well looked after. Thanks for putting my poem in Ivor, and some of the stories are just great. Keep up the great work and well done.

 

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raymond jackson from United Kingdom wrote on August 31. 2005, 15:48:

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sorry ivor i have,nt wrote lately it still is a great site you do and i know how dedicated you are anyway well done matey jacko

 

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joe campbell from United Kingdom wrote on August 24. 2005, 13:51:

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just passing through any one know me get in touch

 

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colin moore from United Kingdom wrote on August 22. 2005, 10:09:

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Ivor. the photos sent to you recently via my son gavin were aquired from ex sgt pat doogans widow who lives in kent.after his service in the micks he became chf supt in the police.

 

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Michael Hoy from United Kingdom wrote on August 21. 2005, 12:49:

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I am ex Coldstream, and think that your site is "NULI SECUNDIS"

 

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richard threlfall from United Kingdom wrote on August 9. 2005, 21:05:

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Ivor sorry you have been under the weather none the less a Great presantation of Jim Rees picture's of Paddy's Day 2005 Regard R Threlfall

 

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Richard Drakenlord from Sweden wrote on August 9. 2005, 14:40:

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I'm a Swedish historian currently writing a book about the Reichswald Campaign (operation VERITABLE)feb-mar 1945. I would be happy to receive personal stories from soldiers who participated in this battle. I also arrange historic tours in the Reichswald area, so please have a look at my homepage for more information.

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on July 28. 2005, 22:10:

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Hello Ivor Just a message for your readers. The Irish Guards Singers are once again in County Mayo from September 6th until the 12th. We will be singing at the 3-pm Mass at Knock on Sept 8th, with a concert in Westport that evening. Friday 9th you will see us in Castlebar singing at a service at 7-pm for "The Forgotten Army" at the request of Irish Military Heritage. Saturday 10th we are Ballinrobe, St Michaels 7-pm, with a concert after mass. Sunday morning we will be singing in Westport. It would be fabulous if some of the local Micks came out and supported the lads, we would love to see them. Any info you require please e-mail me. John

 

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colin moore from United Kingdom wrote on July 22. 2005, 18:07:

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can you tell me your website address. i have some photos 1943/45 sgt doogans sqads, also staff at caterham same period.and 1951 might be of interest will atempt to send via email [old dog new tricks]

 

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Frank Feeney from United Kingdom wrote on July 19. 2005, 14:30:

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Just an addition to the last message. At Alrewas there is the 'Shot at Dawn' memorial in memory of those who were executed by firing squad during the 1st World War. Many of these were underage boys who were suffering from what would now be recognised as post traumatic shock. It's well worth taking a walk down to .... but be prepared for the hairs on the back of your neck to stand up!!!

 

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ray jackson from United Kingdom wrote on July 17. 2005, 19:55:

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hello ivor still a great sight well done.thank you for putting foto,s in recent email ray jackson

 

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Frank Feeney from United Kingdom wrote on July 15. 2005, 10:07:

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OH CRAP! Being a good ole Mick I got my own email wrong!!! The right one is now on here. Sorry Ivor.

 

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Frank Feeney from United Kingdom wrote on July 13. 2005, 11:29:

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Hi Ivor, I FEEL VERY YOUNG LOOKING AT YOUR PAGES!! I LEFT 1IG IN 1989 AFTER 22 YEARS SERVICE SHARED BETWEEN THE MORTAR PLATOON AND THE INT OFFICE MAINLY. THOSE READING HERE MAY LIKE TO KNOW, IF THEY DON'T ALREADY' THAT THE MIDLANDS BRANCH OF THE ASSOCIATION NOW HAVE SET UP A MEMORIAL TO THOSE KILLED IN ADEN AT THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM IN ALREWAS. I WAS PROUD TO ATTEND THE OPENING CEREMONY AND TO READ THE LESSON AT THE DEDICATION SERVICE. PLEASE DO TAKE A LOOK AT IT. LEST WE FORGET EH??? MAY I ALSO STEAL YOUR PAGES TO BEG ALL THOSE OUT THERE WHO HAVEN'T DONE SO TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THEIR LOCAL BRANCH OF THE IGA. WE CAN'T AFFORD TO LOS CONTACT WITH ANY OF OUR MICKS. WE'RE ALL TO IMPORTANT TO EACH OTHER ... MANY THANKS

 

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Eileen from United Kingdom wrote on July 6. 2005, 22:10:

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Just popped in to have a look at your wonderful site again andf say Hello. As usual, very enjoyable. Thanks.

 

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kelly nash from United Kingdom wrote on July 2. 2005, 19:15:

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fantastic site. keep up the good work!

 

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richard threlfall from United Kingdom wrote on June 25. 2005, 21:27:

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The troop photo's are superb Thank you Jim Rees

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on June 24. 2005, 22:28:

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Hello Ivor Excellent coverage of the troop on the site with some great photo's.Hope you are keeping well John

 

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colin moore from United Kingdom wrote on June 22. 2005, 08:25:

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a little disapointed at the lack of irish music in queens b/day parade.also over exposure of 4 guard [grenadiers] by tv camera man.perhaps a bit of bias on there part.as usual?????? regards to all micks.

 

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richard threlfall from United Kingdom wrote on June 21. 2005, 20:56:

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This site has grown since the year began" Carry on Please"

 

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Cusack from Ireland wrote on June 19. 2005, 22:42:

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Live in UK Family Regt is and was The Irish Guards 1st Regt Patrick died at Worcester and 2nd Regiment founded from Col George Cusack's Regt. Nicholas, Gerard and Richard-edmund Lt Cols of Michael ensign in Ireland

 

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Owen Rice from United Kingdom wrote on June 13. 2005, 22:07:

Hello Ivor. Great site.Appreciated VERY MUCH by all who visit. btw I thi nk Tom Roach means Edge Hill or Rainhill. But 'he knows his place' Best wishes

 

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Tom Roach from Brazil wrote on June 13. 2005, 15:20:

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Ivor fantastic site, pictures are spot on, but the main thing is that the site itself is so polished, well done mate.

 

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Sheila Bird from United Kingdom wrote on June 6. 2005, 02:19:

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I just wanted to say a public thank you, for the wonderful page you have done for my dad Cyril Whittaker, he and I are very proud, you have done a wonderful job. It has been a privilage to meet such a nice gentleman as you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Ivor.

 

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Paul Dummer from United Kingdom wrote on June 4. 2005, 19:25:

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Good site doing the Micks proud,good to see enjoyed my browse around the site.Keep it up! regards Paul Dummer, ex Welsh Guard.

 

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Andy from United Kingdom wrote on May 21. 2005, 11:03:

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Great site, enjoyed my stay. Thank you

 

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Trish Rice. from United Kingdom wrote on May 15. 2005, 16:24:

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Found your site by accident, but what an interesting read, lots of information and photo's will log on again!.. "good luck"

 

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Bill Hatch from Australia wrote on May 7. 2005, 00:37:

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Just catching up.

 

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Dave ( ex Grenadier ) from United Kingdom wrote on May 5. 2005, 08:30:

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Hi what a great web site so much content, will have to come back when I have a lot more time on my hands. All the best Dave

 

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Paul Dummer from United Kingdom wrote on May 4. 2005, 19:15:

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just looking around the site,I am an ex welsh Guard and had many friends in the Micks,through my time at Pirbright Depot MT.Great site keep up the good work.

 

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john irwin (61c) from United Kingdom wrote on April 25. 2005, 19:18:

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army apprentice school harrogate 1961-65 had the honour of knowing csm leo maguire. must admit i did not always see eye to eye with him and he was a bit of shock to a 15 year olds senses but he did leave a distinct impression on me. if your still with us sir, cheers

 

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Eileen Gorman from United Kingdom wrote on April 18. 2005, 23:20:

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I first came to your wonderful site out of curiosity because as a young girl I met and courted a couple of Irish guards. My friend married the then Sergeant Hooton, who sadly passed away 2/3 years ago. I often come back to catch up on things. I am often touched by the stories.Good luck and God Bless you all.

 

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phil jackson from United Kingdom wrote on April 6. 2005, 17:32:

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phil jackson 24000768 served in the irish guards for three yrs stationed in chelsea bks then went to aden in 66 would like to hear from any body who knew me then

 

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DENIS ASTON from United Kingdom wrote on March 10. 2005, 16:12:

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Great site.....thanks.....Den

 

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Margaret Lenehan from Ireland wrote on February 27. 2005, 20:54:

Just came across this site while looking for details of my uncle Hope I can trace my cousin through this page

 

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Willy Wilmont from United Kingdom wrote on February 17. 2005, 09:10:

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Hi Ivor its been a while but i have only just moved house and things have been a bit upside down.The picture disc is comming along quite well and hope to have it finished and with me at Wellington Bks on Paddys Day

 

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AMANDA KINGSTON from United Kingdom wrote on February 15. 2005, 22:21:

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I was very interested in your site. I was looking for any info on my late grandfather, Archibald Thomas Hyder, No. 2610992 (V). I don't know which regiment he served in, I know some of his duties were at Clarence house with regard to the Late Queen Mother. I would love to hear from anyone who may have any info.

 

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Sam Symington from United Kingdom wrote on February 13. 2005, 18:55:

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I was a member of the Irish Guards in 1970 ish. Army Number 24203461. Are there any photographs of the Recce Plt in or around this time. Especially from Hong Kong, or Belize? Even Photo's of the Support Company. It would be nice to remember old friends. Regards Sam

 

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Martin Lane from United Kingdom wrote on February 12. 2005, 01:24:

I'm the eldest Son of Gdsm Tom Lane. Trained in Caterham, Served with 1st battalion Irish Guards in Palestine. (1946-47 I think) new a chap called Richard "Dickie" Bird Sadly Dad passed away in 1992, he didn't talk about his service much but I'm interested to find out if anyone new him. He mention getting the scorpions out of his boots in the mornings. Excellent web site. Regards Martin

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on February 5. 2005, 20:02:

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Just booking in Ivor,Regards Sammy.

 

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Tina Hart from United Kingdom wrote on January 29. 2005, 15:14:

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Hi Ivor and thank you for a wonderful website. I'm wondering if anyone out there can help me with my search for my maternal grandfather. We don't have many details on him and what we do know is mainly second and third hand information which may or may not be true. We have been told that he was in the Irish Guards at the start of WWII. He was apparently absent without leave at the end of 1942/early 1943. He vanished without trace early 1943. He might have been born in County Cork and his name was John or Jack Burke. As far as we know he wasn't married to my maternal grandmother (although the story goes that he could have been married to someone else!) and he and my grandmother had 3 children born in 1938, 1940 and 1943. If anyone out there has any information or ideas on my grandfather I would be very grateful. Regards Tina

 

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Tom O'Leary from United Kingdom wrote on January 21. 2005, 00:07:

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Thanks for a gleaming site.Ex Mick with some great memories

 

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jayne clegg from United Kingdom wrote on January 12. 2005, 19:55:

Hello Ivor I am looking for information about my uncle his name is Peter Heron he served with the 1st Battalion Irish Guards at Medicine Hat Alberta Canada He died on the 4th September 1976 and was buried back home in Liverpool unfortunitly over the years we have lost photos and personal items so i was hoping that any one who remebers him would get intouch or anybodys photos

 

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Patrick Lally from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on January 8. 2005, 00:19.

 

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R Threlfall from United Kingdom wrote on January 1. 2005, 14:24:

A Very Happy New Year to "AllMick's" both Old& New where ever they be

 

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cecil lally from Ireland signed the guestbook on December 29. 2004, 21:22.

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on December 23. 2004, 20:28:

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Hi Ivor, Wishing you and your family, past & present micks a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year from all the Kirkland family here in Bonny Scotland. Regards Sammy

 

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RICHARD T HRELFALL from United Kingdom wrote on December 21. 2004, 21:38:

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I agree with John Hyland's comments

 

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Willy Wilmont from United Kingdom wrote on December 17. 2004, 19:01:

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Hi Ivor,just wishing you a Happy Christmas and peaceful New Year from all the Wilmont families here in Bushmills Quis Separabit

 

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Kevin Mullins from United Kingdom wrote on December 15. 2004, 21:46:

Merry Christmas Ivor, Best wishes for new year to all visitors to your site. Kevin Mullins

 

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Frank Fleming from United Kingdom wrote on December 15. 2004, 15:49:

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great site any mates of my dad still out there. Bill Fleming 2717327 2nd bat 1939-1945 guards armoured div.

 

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ray jackson (jacko) from United Kingdom wrote on December 15. 2004, 00:00:

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ivor i have got to wish you all the best for xmas and have a great new year.your site has got me in touch with so many of my of my army buddies,which is just as well because at my age i might of "snuffed it"before i could get in touch with any of them.please keep up this great site ivor its so so helpful jacko

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on December 14. 2004, 00:15:

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Hello Ivor Just watched you telling the tale on the UK History Channel regarding your boy service with the Home Guard before you joined the Micks when you became old enough. It was a brilliant program and you certainly showed your breeding when you did that bit of drill at the end, typical Irish Guardsman. Well Done mate John

 

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Matt Bird from United Kingdom wrote on December 12. 2004, 13:38:

Dear Ivor, I was wondering if you could help me. My Grandfather, Norman Bird, served as a guardsman with the 1st Bn Irish Guards in North Africa in WWII. He was killed on the 3rd May 1943 and is buried at Oued Zarga War Cemetry in Tunisia. I wondered if any of the visitors to your website remember him. His number was 2720899 and he was from Horsfirth in Yorkshire. My grandmother did not really like to talk about the war years and has since passed away. As a result neither I or my father know much about what happened to him. Many thanks Matt Bird

 

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John Devlin from United Kingdom wrote on December 10. 2004, 19:06:

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Ivor Have a great Christmas and a happy new year. Also to all who view your most wonderful(keep us Micks in touch) site. Looking forward to looking in 2005. JD

 

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ray jackson (jacko) from United Kingdom wrote on December 1. 2004, 18:42:

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still a good site ivor well done any one know me from borneo No.9 coy and a robbie mcullough who now lives in new zealand and feels quite alone and cut off from his army buddies

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on November 30. 2004, 21:19:

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Just booking in Ivor.Regards sammy.

 

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Robert Mc Cullough from New Zealand wrote on November 28. 2004, 03:25:

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great site thanks jacko for telling me about it anyone else out their who served ist btl irish guards between 1960to 1967

 

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Richard Baxter from United Kingdom wrote on November 20. 2004, 08:10:

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Ex-Coldstream Guard, looking for their web site.

 

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Bill Hawksford from USA wrote on November 15. 2004, 23:42:

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It would be my pleasure to share humorous British army stories 1946-1949 at WWW.imagesofyorkshire.co.uk.

 

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Keith Portess from United Kingdom wrote on November 14. 2004, 08:36:

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Father was George Thomas Portess Irish guardsman Service No 2720198 IN WW2 29.2.40 to 21.8.46 Any Info Please

 

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ardene smyth from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 11. 2004, 18:39.

 

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Mick Daly from United Kingdom wrote on November 2. 2004, 21:49:

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Great site!!

 

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Mick Daly from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 2. 2004, 21:48.

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on October 29. 2004, 02:28:

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Just booking in Ivor.regards sammy.

 

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D Inman from United Kingdom wrote on October 28. 2004, 13:46:

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Iam looking for information about my Dad Herburt Inman 2720400

 

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Paddy Mc Gowan from Ireland signed the guestbook on October 26. 2004, 19:37.

 

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Bill McLaughlin from United Kingdom wrote on October 24. 2004, 20:23:

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I served in the 2nd Bn, 3Sqn Irish Guards from 1942 to 1946. I was Gdsmn Bill Mclaughlin, 2723303. I was in Op Market Garden and was in the 2nd tank in the leading group under Captain Heathcote. My tank commander was Sgt Baldwin. If anyone can remember me please get in touch

 

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Bill McLaughlin from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on October 24. 2004, 19:59.

 

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Alan 'BoBo' Boyd from United Kingdom wrote on October 21. 2004, 20:18:

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Great web site,But i'm sure the RIT in Chelsea could give you more information & pictures for the present day Battalion.

 

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Jim Rees from United Kingdom wrote on October 18. 2004, 23:34:

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Gleaming Site gets better every day keep up the good work Jim Rees (ex mick 1970-95 )

 

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Stan Corry 2725840 from United Kingdom wrote on October 18. 2004, 17:33:

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Hi Ivor, Just a note from your old pal Stan Corry .You are doing a wonderful job and I find all the info. to be most interesting. Hope you are keeping well again and I will keep in touch by E mail. Best regards, I still have very happy memories of our times together all those years ago

 

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Tom Cooker from United Kingdom wrote on October 18. 2004, 06:34:

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Hullo Ivor, It's quite a while since I visited your web page. I must say I am very impressed with the contents and must resolve to visit it more often and keep up to date with the news. A great achievement. Tom Cooker

 

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Willy Wilmont from United Kingdom wrote on October 14. 2004, 11:18:

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Just visited your web-site for the first time " BRILLIANT" My family have a long history with the Micks my,dad was served in the 50"s my brother Sandy served 1977-94(2Coy) my brother Robbie served 1980-2004 (RSM Kneller Hall)I served 1982-86 Pipe Band won the World Championships plus every other major title 1984 with the Guards Depot Piping School.

 

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Terry Ennis from New Zealand wrote on October 11. 2004, 23:39:

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I am the Son of Patrick Joseph ENNIS mentioned on your Webpage. Very Interesting reading and I even found out a few things about my father that even I did not know. Good work.

 

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Colin Cassells from Ireland wrote on October 6. 2004, 21:39:

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Ivor, Outstanding site. I served from 1982-1986 in number one company. Just looking at some the names and remembering some of the antics we got up to is fantastic. I am currently serving as a WOII CSM in the 2nd battalion Royal Irish Regiment in Palace Bks Holywood N.Ireland.There are a lot of ex Micks serving in this battalion, all of whom i shall pass on this site address to.Good luck for the future, Cass.

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on October 5. 2004, 22:58:

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Hello Ivor Hope you are okay and keeping well, the site is still looking great, I don't know what we would do without you. Thanks for all you do for us Ivor and very many thanks for your support for the Irish Guards Singers. Your report on our visit to County Mayo is brilliant, and the good news is we have been invited back again next year. It would be great if I could get a few more North of England Micks interested. Take care and thanks once again for a superb effort. You deserve a medal John H

 

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ray from United Kingdom wrote on October 4. 2004, 18:51:

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read the site page for the first time found it very informative.as a complete stab in the dark can anyone tell me the address of david maxwell(maxi)who served in the irish guards between 1960 to 1968.last known address was in slough.(here,s hoping)

 

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ray from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on October 4. 2004, 18:35.

 

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KEVIN MULLINS from United Kingdom wrote on September 30. 2004, 21:07:

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Hello Ivor hope your keeping well; keep up the good work,I`m always checking for new entries. Kevin

 

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Kevan Thomas Brennan from Germany wrote on September 30. 2004, 12:26:

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Hello ! A very good Page !!! My Name is KEVAN thomas BRENNAN and my Father was a British Soldier: Henry " Dunny" Brennan from Liverpool/Birkenhead.I have see him last at the Year 1972,then I stand in Liverpool.Is there anyone,who can tell me somethings from the FAMILY BRENNAN from Liverpool/Birkenhead ??? Best wishes from Hamburg to "ALL" KEVAN

 

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Sammy Kirkland from United Kingdom wrote on September 26. 2004, 23:33:

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hi ivor, just booking in again,great to see so many names on your site,keep the hard work up mate.regards sammy

 

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Bob Scott from United Kingdom wrote on September 26. 2004, 12:50:

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I am Bob Scott ex 1st batt Royal Berkshire Regt 23464512 I served half my three year service with my regiment,half of it attached to HQ 50 ind inf bge EKKO EAST camp Nicosia Cyprus, where I had the privilege of having a MICK for a mate. Gdsm lofty Draper batman to Major Mc N Boyde intelligence officer to the brigade, this was between 1956-59.The last known siting of lofty was at RHQ late 1957 where he was dischard, then lived in the Willesdon area of London. I have been searching past ten years and will not give up on him so please MICKS help me out with this one.

 

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Tom Murphy from Australia wrote on September 22. 2004, 12:19:

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Very nice welcome site. Two things come to mind. 1.. The Irish Choir have you any CDs. 2.. I have a TYNESIDE IRISH BADGE wondering if anyone may know it's history. Regards and thanks from Tom

 

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EDDIE PRESHAW 56/58 from Ireland wrote on September 17. 2004, 14:11:

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I came across this site by accident. I would like to thank you for taking me down memory lane. It is a great thing you have done for us ex Micks! Regards Eddie

 

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STANLEY DAVID CARLISLE from United Kingdom wrote on September 6. 2004, 20:29:

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EX MICK SERVED 1976-1987 BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE

 

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Wm. Bourke from Australia wrote on September 6. 2004, 11:56:

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Sorry Ivor, I forgot to say that your web site goes from strength to strength. I check on it fairly regularly and see lots of vaguely familiar names - [Micks I probably knew once but Oh boy - what a curse is a failing memory. Keep it going Ivor It's great. Bill

 

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Wm. Bourke from Australia signed the guestbook on September 6. 2004, 11:33.

 

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Sammy Kirkland from Ireland wrote on August 29. 2004, 22:37:

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ivor i'am an ex-mick originally from n.ireland,i now reside in scotland.your site is fantastic.regards sammy.

 

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colin moore from United Kingdom wrote on August 16. 2004, 08:32:

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anger over report in mail on sunday that guards are to form up as 1 regiment

 

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DAVE RAILTON from United Kingdom wrote on August 15. 2004, 19:40:

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THE BEST TIME OF MY LIFE 68/86

 

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Pat McKevitt from United Kingdom wrote on July 23. 2004, 14:36:

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Great site, I recognized a few names from when I was in the Micks, I served between 1976 to 1988

 

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Gordon Todd (THE TOAD!) from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on July 17. 2004, 13:30.

 

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Dave Harrington from USA wrote on June 22. 2004, 14:21:

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Happened to stumble upon it. Very enjoyable. Keep it up!

 

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Patrick Healy from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on June 17. 2004, 22:40.

 

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Colin Moore from United Kingdom wrote on June 16. 2004, 09:10:

re recent comment ref caterham.have photos if anybody interested

 

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Colin Moore from United Kingdom wrote on June 16. 2004, 08:56:

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on a resent visit to caterham ,i was amazed how alexandra block [5 coy] is now a up market apartment.well worth a day trip. a little differant to 53 years ago.the old fox square [extra drills] is now a car park, as is the main square . regards to all micks

 

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Peter Murphy (23495217) 1st Bn I.G from United Kingdom wrote on June 15. 2004, 16:46:

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Liverpudlian now living in Cambridge since demobbed. Attended the London Branch Assoc Dinner last Year and it was great to meet up with everyone, especially Tom Barry. Don't get about so much now due to ill health, good days/then bad. Have kept in touch tho with Brian/Fran Walker, great friends of ours whom we try to see each year. This is a great site to read Ivor and to see so many people getting in touch. Maybe there is some one out there that remember the good old days in Caterham? especially Majury.

 

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RICHARD THRELFALL from United Kingdom wrote on June 14. 2004, 22:32:

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any one out there who remembers wistedt april 45?????

 

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Craig Taylor (frank the russian) from United Kingdom wrote on June 14. 2004, 20:12:

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Hi my name is Craig Taylor. I was in Number 1 coy and I was known as frank the russian! I hope you are all doing ok

 

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Craig Taylor (frank the russian) from United Kingdom wrote on June 14. 2004, 20:08:

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Keep up the good work. Hi to all the Micks

 

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Bill Copple from Australia wrote on June 12. 2004, 17:06:

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Hello, My father was an Irish Guardsman in WWII, at Norway,holland ,North Africa and Anzio where he was captured. I emigrated to Australia some 30 years ago, but would love to know the full service history of my dad, especially for his grandkids. I lost his service medals when I was a kid, is there somewhere or someone who can help with any of this? I do have his pay book and service No, also a newspaper article of him in Norway with 2 germans prisoners being walked at bayonet point. A few pics of him to, and please , I should know( son of a Mick),but what does the motto stand for/ mean? His name was William richard Copple from Cheshire/Liverpool. yours Bill Copple

 

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Maureen Smith from United Kingdom wrote on June 12. 2004, 14:58:

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I am visiting sites on Irish Guards to try to trace my uncle, John STACK whom I believe was an RSM. My father,Thomas, has also passed away now so it is difficult to trace any of his family.If anyone can help I would be very grateful. Kind regards Maureen Smith nee Stack

 

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Liam O'Brien from United Kingdom wrote on June 4. 2004, 18:34:

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Trying to find out some information about my father who served in the Irish Guards during WW2. His name was William Christopher O'Brien and he was born on 14TH December 1922 in Dublin. I think he may have joined the Regiment in Belfast. I would be very grateful if you could give me any information that you mau have about him. Thanks, Liam.

 

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Brian Brooks from United Kingdom wrote on May 31. 2004, 11:22:

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23495111 gdsm caterham1957 demob 1960 windsor. no 2 company in cyprus. h/q com in windsor m/t one of s/gt smillies gang looking for tony weeks came from rochdale.

 

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Brian Brooks from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on May 31. 2004, 11:07.

 

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Gerry Brennan from United Kingdom wrote on May 24. 2004, 10:52:

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Hi Ivor, Just updating on your fantastic site again. Could Emma Gunby of the Liverpool Echo be the same Emma Gunby I treated as a patient as a child? It's a small world! Hope you are well and over your op. Take care, Gerry

 

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Malcolm Palmer from United Kingdom wrote on May 6. 2004, 19:51:

I should just like to add my tribute to all the others who have praised this brilliant website. Although I did serve in the army for 3 years from 1957 it was not in the Brigade of Guards: my interest results from a family connection. I have a keen interest in the 2nd.Armoured Bn. Irish Guards resulting from my research into the circumstances of my uncle's death in action whilst serving with that formation. I have carried out quite detailed research and established the exact time, place and circumstances of my Uncle Robert Riches's death which was shortly after dawn on 1st.August 1944 just south of St.Martin des Besaces in Normandy. He was a lance sergeant and was killed with 2 other Sherman tank crew members by a Tiger tank from ambush. I have visited his grave 2 years ago and will be returning to the battle scene on the 60th.anniv. ( this August ). Naturally, I should be delighted to hear from anyone with a similar interest or involvement. Good luck. MALCOLM

 

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Fred Williams from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on April 27. 2004, 13:47.

 

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Simon Nichols (RSM 1IG) from Ireland wrote on April 10. 2004, 14:40:

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A Great Site.

 

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Jonathon Dempsey from France wrote on April 1. 2004, 20:00:

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Ivor, Thank you so much for forwarding Kevin Mullins e.mail. His father, Albert, served with my Dad, Jerry, in the Battle for Anzio Beachead and was captured with him, they both ended up as POW's in Germany. Albert refers to my Dad in his diary. A very interesting piece of information. Another example of how your efforts bear fruit! Please keep up the good work. All the best, Jonathon Dempsey

 

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robert rea from United Kingdom wrote on March 24. 2004, 14:16:

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very good photo display and album very interesting

 

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Jim Mc Derby from Australia wrote on March 15. 2004, 06:23:

Dear Ivor, Have not yet heard from anyone who I can recall from the old 2nd Btn,still hoping I HAD MANY GOOD MATES, would hope there are still a few left. Jim.

 

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23746912 Gdsm John Tooke from Ireland wrote on March 13. 2004, 19:12:

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I forgot to leave my email address, sorry about that. This page is great,I will be back.

 

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23746912 Gdsm.J.Tooke from Ireland wrote on March 13. 2004, 17:15:

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I am getting on a bit and recently have been thinking about some of the old mates from the Micks.Myself,Joe Williamson,Jimmy(Benny)Hill,Jackie Blong had a Group when we were in the Micks,and we had some great times. I would lrove to hear from any of the Micks.Danny Sweetman used to play with as well some times.I was No.1 Company,Joe,Benny and Jimmy Crilly were in M.T. Sammy Ritchie was in No.2 Company Leo Tighe was in No.1 Company John Tiere,from the Isle of Man was a cook. I could go on all day,just any one who can remember me,I would like to say HELLO!

 

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Trish Byrne from Ireland wrote on March 11. 2004, 16:05:

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Hello, I am starting a search for my Paternal Grandfather's brother who served in the Irish Guards sometime from the late 1920's. His name was Jack Byrne and he came from Dublin to live in London where he joined up. I don't have any other information apart from the first line of an address 'Electron Buildings' that my Dad remembers family members writing to Jack at. Its a long shot, but if anyone has any information, no matter how tenuous, I would be very grateful. Many thanks, Trish Byrne

 

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Jo Cleary from United Kingdom wrote on March 5. 2004, 17:36:

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My dad served in the Irish Guards and as a child growing up in the Micks, all I can say is, what a fab life I had. seeing this wonderful site has taken me back and how I wish for the good old days to return.

 

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Billy Smyth from United Kingdom wrote on March 3. 2004, 19:42:

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Served 1961-1976 Looking for M Duggan RHQ 1971 and Terry Magill ex Co drive 1965-1967 can anyone help. Great site.

 

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Jim Finnegan from Ireland wrote on February 14. 2004, 14:01:

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1974 till 1991 Looking for Gdsm Derick Macrory, Stan Carpenter, and Alan Howard to name but a few . . . It's a brilliant site. Best one I've found so far. Thanks !

 

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Mal Faulkes from United Kingdom wrote on February 9. 2004, 10:57:

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Was just looking through the internet for pics of The Guards Depot and found your excellent site!!Having being a Sgt in The Coldstream Guards I share the same pride and distinction on serving alongside The Irish Guards on several occasions from N.Ireland - Gulf 91!!I would like to say keep up the good work lads too.All The Best Honi Soit Mal

 

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Carl Allen. from United Kingdom wrote on February 6. 2004, 22:23:

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dear the army crew i want to be in the army my self and i think it will be good for me and it will do me some good in the future i am exited to be going in the army and you can talk to me about the army and how it goes and the steps of it i found this page really interesting about the army.6.2.04. WEBMASTERS NOTE: Carl, if you wish to receive response to your message you will have to give a valid Email address. Write to me: ivor@irish-guards.co.uk giving me an accurate address including underscores if relevant.

 

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J Yeadon from United Kingdom wrote on January 31. 2004, 21:23:

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(Hope that confuses the spam-bots) I am seeking info from anyone who knew Jack Trippier from Lancashire, who served in 2nd Battalion during WW2 and was killed in action (in a tank, I believe) at Vire, Calvados, France, in August 1944. He was about 21. This is a really great site. Best to you all, Jackie.

 

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Martin Metcalf from Germany wrote on January 24. 2004, 08:06:

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Well presented site! Reminds me of a few antics I got up to whilst still serving the colours! Well done. Martin

 

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Sean Hathaway from United Kingdom wrote on January 22. 2004, 18:30:

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Congratulations Ivor on an excellent site. I was in the 1st Battalion from 1996 to 2002, and now instruct at an Irish Guards affiliated Army Cadet Force detachment in Kent. I shall post your site details, so all the aspiring 'Mini-Micks' may learn more of the regiment.

 

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STEVIE POUPARD from United Kingdom wrote on January 19. 2004, 19:11:

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GOOD TO SEE THE MICKS GETTING ALL HI TEC. GOOD WEBSITE.ALL THOUGHTS TO ALL MICKS PAST AND PRESENT

 

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Andy Jackson from United Kingdom wrote on January 15. 2004, 03:38:

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Hi Ivor me old cocker,what an absolutely smashing site,bloody great mate,keep in good health my friend all the best from ex-Signalman Jackson,in Doncaster,South Yorkshire,we shall remember them.

 

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Robert Palmer from United Kingdom wrote on January 14. 2004, 06:26:

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Enjoyed your site Ex Mick 1992 1996.

 

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Glenn Loe from United Kingdom wrote on January 11. 2004, 00:05:

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Well done on the web page.. Quis Seperabit for those Micks who didn't make it back from Iraq. Molly and Chris we will never forget your contribution to the Irish Guards, God Bless and may we meet again... Forever in my prayers .... Glenn

 

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Thomas Edwards from United Kingdom wrote on January 5. 2004, 16:24:

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All the best for 2004. Trying to find any Micks from the Para Battallion in Palestine 1947. Billy Holden Tabs Tarbuck etc. My number was 2724688

 

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Paul Omeara from United Kingdom wrote on December 31. 2003, 16:40:

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just found your site well done keep up the good work

 

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Bill Hatch from Australia wrote on December 19. 2003, 21:53:

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Merry Christmas Ivor.I look at the site nearly every day but as yet no names that I recognise from my time in the Micks. 1957- 1963 (22779917) Best wishes for the new year and keep up the good work. QUIS SEPARABIT Bill(Tasmania actually)

 

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Stuart Lay from United Kingdom wrote on December 11. 2003, 14:39:

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Excellent site for all those old memories, keep up the great work Ivor. Stu

 

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Colin Moore from United Kingdom wrote on December 4. 2003, 18:46:

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ex mick 51/54 nice to see long forgotten faces after all this time

 

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Wayne Adams from United Kingdom wrote on December 2. 2003, 22:05:

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well yes thats me on the front page of the daily mail go a that photo taken .if you would like some more just drop me a line UP THE MICKS.......

 

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Davy McCord from United Kingdom wrote on November 22. 2003, 06:22:

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Gleaming website well done

 

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Ken White from USA wrote on November 20. 2003, 18:03:

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Hi, ran across you site by accident and noticed the White coat of Arms. Can you tell me the origin of this. My family came from Ireland, Co. Monaghan to Quebec circa 1830. Little else is known about them.

 

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Joe McGee from United Kingdom wrote on October 28. 2003, 19:33:

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Hello Ivor, 22779519 gds McGee Just found your site by accident, its brilliant.not found anyone i know as yet but will keep trying. Joined in Liverpool (9 Jan 56 demobbed at Windsor Dec 58) lost touch with every one. Love to here from any of the lads. best regards

 

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Rory O'Connor from U.S.A wrote on October 20. 2003, 04:57:

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Originally from Dublin.I enlisted in Liverpool and served as an Irish Guardsman (23969686) in Aden from '66 to '67. I now live in Manhattan Beach, California.

 

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Herbert Bellamy from United Kingdom wrote on October 6. 2003, 20:13:

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I have just come across the message in the guest book from Terry Bryant, I was standing next to him on the squad photo taken in May 1944 at Caterham. Thank's for keeping the site going. Quis separabit, 2724320

 

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Syd Davie from Canada wrote on September 30. 2003, 03:01:

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2723645 Will I ever forget that? I know that the answer is NO! This is a great site, Ivor, you are doing a wonderful job & I wish to thank you for putting me in contact with the family of a geat Mick who was a friend and mentor in my Caterham days! I came across your site by accident after several years of searching. Keep up the good work & Thank you!!! Syd D.

 

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L Walsh from United Kingdom wrote on September 22. 2003, 14:03:

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If anyone knows or served with a William Hesketh 1st Bn of the Irish Guards in the 2nd world war could you please reply. My aunt who lives in America asked me to trace him and I found out he served in north Africa and was killed on 30th March 1943. She is desperate to find out all she can about her brother who was very young at the age of 22 when he died. If anyone new him could you please help many thanks L Walsh

 

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G BURGESS from United Kingdom wrote on September 21. 2003, 13:27:

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I AM LOOKING FOR D. BOLAND FROM DUBLIN ALSO D. DAMON FROM BIRMINGHAM. IF YOU SEE THIS, PLEASE TEL 01744 816223 ALSO ANY OTHER LADS THAT KNOW ME. GED

 

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robert quinn from United Kingdom wrote on September 19. 2003, 14:57:

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great website well done

 

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Juliet Magee from United Kingdom wrote on September 18. 2003, 00:05:

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Fabulous web site My dad Tony (aka Tommy) Magee was in the micks in the 50s. I'd love to find some of the people who knew him. Will keep checking the site

 

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Tony Thompson from United Kingdom wrote on September 11. 2003, 21:42:

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Cool Site Ex Kingo from 1977-1991...

 

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garry clark from United Kingdom wrote on September 11. 2003, 00:48:

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great site.i was looking for info on my grandfather william "baz" hanlon and found him in one of the group photos,3coy 1st bat.he served from 1933 until 1945. i cant thank you enough.

 

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Patrick Lally from United Kingdom wrote on September 6. 2003, 07:02:

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Great site Ivor,I recognised a few names, I served 79-85

 

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Tomo 17 from United Kingdom wrote on September 2. 2003, 13:59:

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Iver, Cracking site. Lots of information about past Micks. Recognise a lot of names. All the best to all Micks past and present. Quis Separabit Tomo 17.

 

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Gordon Trimble from Australia wrote on August 23. 2003, 12:00:

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Well done lads, I was a Suez Canal Vet, 50 years ago, you lads did well congratulations, as an Ex- Grenadier I know how hard you worked, I will lay a Poppy for the lads who never came home. God Bless you all!

 

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andy from United Kingdom wrote on August 22. 2003, 21:01:

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great site, first time for me. i am trying to get some information on ny father whilst he served with the irish guards. any help would be greatly appriciated. thank you

 

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JOHN K HEAVEN from United Kingdom wrote on August 17. 2003, 23:03:

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GREAT SITE I SERVED WITH 1 WELSH GUARDS 1974-1977 THEN TRANSFERRD OVER TO 1 ROYAL WELCH FUSILIERS STILL TRYING TO CONTACT OLD PALS FROM MY GUARDS DAYS.

 

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Eileen Gorman from United Kingdom wrote on August 5. 2003, 22:21:

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I often browse your site....first time I have read the messages. The only connection I have with the Irish Guards is my friend George Hooton and his wife Margaret. George sadly passed away. As a teenager in the mid 50s' I enjoyed the company of a few Irish Guards. The one that I remember best is Spud Murphy and Des O'Shea. Both Irish. Those were great days and your site brings back all those good memories. Thank you.

 

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kevin Mullins from United Kingdom wrote on August 5. 2003, 16:28:

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1st time visitor:-excellent:-father was Irish Guard, sadly died 1982,just found his diary from prisoner of war camp,(Germany).Trying to get help in how one finds information on aquiring army records etc. Kevin.

 

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Malcolm Woolard from United Kingdom wrote on July 31. 2003, 15:50:

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Great site, and very interesting Ex C/Sgt Woolard

 

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Jennifer Brennan from United Kingdom wrote on July 30. 2003, 09:55:

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I am the widow of the late Patrick Brennan MM and it was lovely to see the feature on your website which had been sent to you by his son Gerry. He was immensely proud of the Irish Guards and his family were very proud of him. Your website is very well done. Congratulations!

 

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Dave Dawson Jnr from United Kingdom wrote on July 28. 2003, 14:38:

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Hi, my father was in the irish guards a long time ago, he competed your atheletics team and was a sargent back then, he joined when he was 15 and served something like 13 years and was married to my mother Carol, he name was also Dave Dawson from liverpool. if any one knows of him or my mum please e-mail me at david@dawson5254.fsnet.co.uk. Nice web page btw..

 

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Jimmy Knox from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on July 27. 2003, 16:22.

 

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tony getty from United Kingdom wrote on July 18. 2003, 15:04:

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Great site, my Dad was in The Micks his name is Cecil (Joe, Mick)Getty My Dad had many great friends from the Micks and used to enjoy meeting up with them and also singing in the Choir,I think that you have done a great job in trying to help friends and old Micks keep in touch.Best Regards Tony Getty.

 

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George Moores from United Kingdom wrote on July 18. 2003, 14:53:

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Found your site from Ex F Network, Very Interesting site. I served with The Queen's Royal Irish Hussars from 1960 to 1982 and a lot of my friends from the GPO in Belfast went of to the Micks. I tried but CSM Kenny in Clifton St told me I was too small, turned out to be the QRIH's luck

 

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2723279 Jim Mc Derby from Australia wrote on July 8. 2003, 07:13:

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Ex 2nd Btn 1942-1945,Gunner/Mechanic,had the privelage of serving with a magnificent bunch of blokes,good luck and good health to all Micks.

 

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trace from United Kingdom wrote on July 3. 2003, 16:09:

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hey just visted ur site it is brill did write to irish guard while he was out ther but sadly dont have contact now x keep up good work

 

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Ivor from New Zealand wrote on July 2. 2003, 23:34:

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Hi Ivor, a nice site. Browsing it bought back some memories of the old County Regimental Structure. Regards Ivor H.

 

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Bill Hatch from Australia wrote on June 30. 2003, 01:11:

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I think your site is terrific and I intend to get a scanner as soon as possible. Keep up the good work. QUIS SEPARABIT Bill Hatch 22779917 L/CPL 1957-1963 Signal Platoon and MI Room Resident in Tasmania since 1970. Will keep in touch.

 

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Marcus Skeet from United Kingdom wrote on June 11. 2003, 18:09:

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An absolutely fantastic website i am very much impressed. I served with the Irish Guards a lot more recently than most of the people featured on here, between 1995 and 2002. In my heart of hearts I am now, and always will be a Mick. I am currently training at Sandhurst to gain a commission, hopefully. keep up the good work, i would love to be able to come here in the years to come and trace my mates.

 

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MORGO from United Kingdom wrote on June 8. 2003, 19:33:

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EXCELLENT SITE, FROM ANOTHER GOOD `OL MICK !!...

 

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Yana Dimitrova from airline ticket cheap wrote on June 6. 2003, 18:27:

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airline ticket cheap

 

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Tabs Kerr (Senior) from United Kingdom wrote on May 30. 2003, 12:29:

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First time on this site enjoyed it a lot could do with more on the years between 1970 2003

 

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Tony Feeney from United Kingdom wrote on May 23. 2003, 00:04:

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Just looking, I thought it was all great.

 

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Martin Mcgrory from United Kingdom wrote on May 21. 2003, 06:42:

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Just discovered your web page my father was an ex mick and would love to have seen it have some old pictures of him and his platoon will forward them on to you with the hope that someone may remember him and have some stories to tell

 

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Derek Macrory from United Kingdom wrote on May 13. 2003, 01:45:

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Excelent web site well done Derek

 

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John Coogan from Ireland signed the guestbook on April 30. 2003, 22:48.

 

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Carol Baker from United Kingdom wrote on April 30. 2003, 14:34:

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Great to see so many guards keeping in touch. My late brother was in guards for 10 years so I like to see what you are up to. Be nice to hear from anyone who remembers him, MARTIN STEWART, but everyone knew him as "Stewy". He joined the Guards in 1987 until he died sadly in 1998. Keep up the good work !

 

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John Roche from United Kingdom wrote on April 24. 2003, 13:34:

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Have you booked a table place at the Irish Guards Association dinner of the year at Liverpool on the 17th May. Hear all the latest news from the Battalion.

 

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Peter Kavanagh from Ireland wrote on April 13. 2003, 13:16:

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I WOULD JUST LIKE TO PASS ON MY SADDNESS ON HEARING OF THE LOSS OF 2 MICKS 1 OF WHOM I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING MAY THEY BOTH REST IN PEACE PETER KAVANAGH IRISH GUARDS 1988 2000

 

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Tom from USA wrote on April 4. 2003, 02:42:

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Just an American trying to learn about the Irish Guard....

 

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John Mahoney from USA wrote on March 24. 2003, 15:45:

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Godspeed & good luck to the Micks in the Middle East. American thoughts & prayers are with the Brits too. John Mahoney Florida, USA

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on March 21. 2003, 00:29:

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Hi Ivor Great picture on your site today of the young Mick in the desert. Well done There is no doubt that the young Micks of today will carry out their duties with the same dedication and thoroughness our regiment is famed for. As Owen Rice says, lets get right behind them and pray for their safe return

 

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Owen Rice from United Kingdom wrote on March 20. 2003, 17:14:

Acknowledging your Picture from "The Daily Mail" Ivor God Bless them all and help to bring them back unscathed.

 

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Kenny Owen from United Kingdom wrote on March 19. 2003, 14:39:

71 - 79, Back in Liverpool

 

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Jake Reid from United Kingdom wrote on March 7. 2003, 08:49:

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Hi Ivor, A braw website you have there, glad to see the Micks on the web. Great to see the lads contibuting to the web with their stories. Keep up the good work mucker. Jake

 

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Arthur Travis from United Kingdom wrote on February 24. 2003, 12:57:

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I am the proud father of GDMs Andrew Travis who achieved the honour of receiving The Royal Victoria Medal, for serving the Royal Family. He was the only GDMs to have been at the Queen Mother's Birthday celebration and a Bearer at her Funeral. God Bless Her and all the men Arthur Travis

 

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Julie from Australia wrote on February 22. 2003, 09:26:

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Hi, I have just recived a Marriage certificate from Ireland, and have found out that; My parents were married at the Methodist Church in the town of Moy in the Co. Tyrone They married on the 9th march 1942 Elizabeth Roberta Cromwell age 19 Spinster, Shop Assistant married Edmund Reginald Foy age full Bachelor, Serving Soldier Elizabeth was from Killyman St. Moy Fathers Name Edwin Cromwell, he was a Lorry Driver Edmund was from Redhill, Surrey. Formerly of Moy Fathers Name Henry Foy he was the Post Master at Moy ?? They were married in the Presence of Issac Clayton and Edwina Selina Cromwell Thomas Kennedy was the Officiating Minister Elizabeth and Edmund had a Son,... Richard...whom was placed into a home somewhere in Ireland Subject: RE: FAMILY TRACING - FOY Baby - DOB: 04/10/1944 From the personal information provided regarding yourself and your mother, Elizabeth Foy, I can confirm that the Rotunda Hospital Labour Ward Book entry for the 30th September 1944 records Elizabeth Foy giving birth to a Male child at 23.40 hours (11.40pm). The baby's birth weight is recorded as: 8.11 (8lb 11ozs). No further information regarding Elizabeth Foy or Foy Baby is available. Yours sincerely Janice Cumming Information Adminstrator Rotunda Hospital Parnell Square West Dublin 1 Rep. of Ireland (Ph: 817-1751 Fax: 817-6810) I know where Richard is ... I am seeking knowledge of any other living relatives. His Mother would be around 80 years old. If any one has any information that can help me now I have all the details. Many thanks to you all Julie

 

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IAN BAILEY from United Kingdom wrote on February 15. 2003, 11:31:

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Hi, I am here on behalf of a friend, his name is JACK BRETT , ex 3 Batt, IRISH GUARDS, WW 2. I will visit again.

 

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Ray Gough from Canada wrote on February 15. 2003, 04:15:

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Hi, great site. Keep up the good work, an ExPat in Canada via Belfast.

 

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Aiden Kennedy from Ireland wrote on February 14. 2003, 22:10:

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Ivor, Keep up the good work. Excellent site. Great to see such a good site about the 'MICKS'. Makes one proud.

 

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RAB TUMELTY from United Kingdom wrote on February 12. 2003, 23:35:

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I have found one or two friends that I have not heard from in a while thanks to you I am now going to pester them. Your site is on the ball, but would like to see some more up to date photo's as I served from Sept 1978 to March 2001. I have enjoyed the site so keep up the good work. Quis seperabit.

 

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Philip Miller from United Kingdom wrote on February 9. 2003, 21:20:

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What a great site , really intesting and shall be back to visit it again I also shall be telling others of it , that , I know will be interested in it.. Phil

 

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Chris Innes from Australia wrote on February 4. 2003, 14:08:

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Thank you so much for your site. CHRIS PLEASE NOTE: There appears to be a problem with your E-mail address. I tried to thank you for your entry but received an Error Message.

 

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Kay Gardner from United Kingdom wrote on January 29. 2003, 13:13:

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My Grandfather John Maguire (Born in Co Down) served with the Irish Guards. He died some time ago. Unfortunately he and my grandmother split up (about 1940s I believe) and consequently no-one kept even a photo of him. I know he was at Caterham, and my mother talks of seeing him on parade in London too. I will find out more details, as perhaps one of your guests will have a group photo with him in. My brothers and I would at least like to know what he looked like. Thank you for providing such an excellent site Kay Gardner

 

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Brian Brooks from United Kingdom wrote on January 26. 2003, 23:04:

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23495111 Gds M/T.Cyprus/Windsor Tony Weeks, from Rochdale get in touch

 

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Owen Kane {ozzy} from United Kingdom wrote on January 22. 2003, 20:55:

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Good website, very clear. Would like more recent news, and would like to catch up with micks and ex micks serving between 1992-1999

 

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George Murphy (Sgt) from United Kingdom wrote on January 15. 2003, 17:08:

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Served 1948-1953 Tripoli-Chelsea-Guards Depot(Caterham)-Hubblerath(Germany) Would love to hear from any old oppo's.

 

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Billy Halliday from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on January 10. 2003, 22:46.

 

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Mr Dale Francis Parkyn from United Kingdom wrote on January 2. 2003, 17:43:

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I have just come back from Northern Ireland where I was asking around as to how to find a relative. I was told of your site as being informative and I quite agree. All the best Dale Parkyn, North Yorkshire

 

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Jimmy Gregg from United Kingdom wrote on December 30. 2002, 14:17:

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Hello Ivor I found your site most interesting and it also put me back in touch with an old friend who I had not heard from in many years. Jimmy

 

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Martin Halliday from United Kingdom wrote on December 29. 2002, 14:44:

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L/SGT HALLIDAY .M. 22992376. Served 1954/1957 Served Egypt 05/09/1954-26/03/1956 I would like to get in touch with anyone who served with me. Great site Ivor

 

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B Brooks from United Kingdom wrote on December 29. 2002, 13:02:

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Great site Ivor

 

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Peter Barks from United Kingdom wrote on December 29. 2002, 12:55:

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I need help My wife Sheila is trying to trace her father. All we know is that his name is J. Ronald Owen and may have been stationed in Warrington Barracks in and around 1942. Can anyone advise me on how to search for him with such limited information. Any help greatly appreciated.

 

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Joseph Wicklow from USA wrote on December 21. 2002, 20:35:

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Ivor, You have created a grand web site for friends of the Regiment. Thank you for doing so. I have not had the honor of serving in the Micks, but do have the good fortune of being an Honorary Member of the London Branch of the Association since 1993. Have had a keen interest in the Irish Guards, especially the Pipes, even prior to my service with the U.S. Army. Would enjoy hearing from any current or ex piper who has the inclination. As part of some research I have been conducting, would be particularly interested in photos of pipers from the 1950s and '60s.

 

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JOHN DEVLIN from United Kingdom wrote on December 10. 2002, 07:27:

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GREAT SITE IVOR I SHOULD HAVE FOUND IT EARLIER,BUT BETTER LATE THAN NEVER JUST WHAT THE OLD MICK NEEDS JD

 

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Brian Brooks from United Kingdom wrote on December 8. 2002, 15:24:

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23495111 Gdsn M/T. Hi 'Knocky', I had a beer with your old mate 'Batsy' last night in St.Helens

 

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Cecil Jolly from United Kingdom wrote on December 7. 2002, 20:32:

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Ivor Great site ! Lots of ex-Micks have emailed me since I put my name in your Guest Book Thank you. CHARLES:Well done, that's what the site is for. Thanks for your visits. Ivor (Webmaster)

 

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Ray Smith from United Kingdom wrote on December 7. 2002, 00:44:

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Dear Ivor On holiday in Ireland this year I was looking through a junk shop a few miles outside Galway when I came across a Irish Guards Photogragh. This Photo is very impresive & I would think it is a Regimental one, I will now discribe it. firstly it is 40 inches High by 33 inches wide, The subject is a Irish Wolfhound & Bandsman on a parade ground. On the top of the photo is a embossed Irish Guards Cap Star At the bottom of the photo is printed "LEITRIM BOY" 1st Battalion Irish Guards. Given to the Regiment by Viscount Powerscourt MVO. The photogragh was taken by Galor Potensul Photograghers Aldershot. All this is in a very nice oak frame. I enquired where this photo came from the fella told me he had bought it from a pub that was being demolished and it had been hung there as long as anyone could recall Iam wondering if you could through any light on this photo and would your R H Q at Wellington Barracks would have any record of it. I would most gratefull if you could help me with this I remain yours faithfully Ray Smith Ex Scots Guards P.S I must add there was a brass plate at the bottom of this photo but sadly it has been removed RAY: I have tried to reply to this message but there is a problem with your E-mail address. Please advise me at ivor@irish-guards.co.uk

 

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Carina and Nina from Germany wrote on December 1. 2002, 14:58:

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Hey People ! Yesterday I was with my friend (Nina) on the Military Show in Münster ! It was great ! We must help the people to find their seats ! We met a lot of nice guys ! At the end of first show we must chance our place ! Then we met really nice guys and we want to say hello ! We hope that we will see you again next year ! I know my English isnt very good but I hope that all the nice guys will understand this message ! Thanks for a beautiful day ! See you next year ! Carina and Nina NOTE FROM WEBMASTER : Thanks Carina and Nina for your nice comments about the show, and if you want to know more about the Irish Guards and their new Music CD, write to me at : ivor@irish-guards.co.uk

 

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Terry Bryant from United Kingdom wrote on November 27. 2002, 22:03:

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Brilliant site, found a photo of my father John Bryant in Gallery 3 serving with SgtB.R. Macnay's Squad in May 1944. He was shot in Germany and returned home wounded, but is still ticking along nicely living in Suffolk.

 

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RUSSELL SMITH from Germany wrote on November 26. 2002, 14:51:

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DO U KNOW THAT THE IRISH GUARDS CORPS OF DRUMS HAS NOW MADE A CD MY NAME IS LSGT SMITH I AM A MEMBER OF THE CORPS OF DRUMS THEY ARE SELLING IT IN OUR PRI SHOP AND ALSO IN MOST RECORD SHOPS IN THE UK. THE CORP OF DRUMS IS THE BACK BONE OF THE BATTALION

 

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Tony McNally from United Kingdom wrote on November 24. 2002, 20:48:

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The luck of the Irish be with you all, Mack.

 

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W,Brian Brooks from United Kingdom wrote on November 22. 2002, 21:44:

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Sgt. Smylies,[GANG] 59/60,Windsor, A, Weeks. John Doyle,A Whiteside, Gun Ward[i,o,m,]anybody seen these guys

 

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Cecil Jolly from United Kingdom wrote on November 21. 2002, 20:58:

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24048020 L/sgt Hi Ivor I wonder if there any Micks out there who know where I might find Keith Pugh he was a L/cpl with me in Hong Kong but left when we returned I know he came from the Birminham area and did return there but we lost contact but would like to meet Keith again.

 

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Eli Spudd from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 19. 2002, 04:46.

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Reg Weir from United Kingdom wrote on November 18. 2002, 21:23:

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My father Clarence served in the 1st.Battalion from 1936-59 and served in Palestine,Norway,N.Africa and Italy where he was awarded the MM.He reached the rank of CSM I believe.He died in 1987 following a long illness.If anyone has any recollections of him,warts and all,I would enjoy hearing from them.He didn't like to talk too much about his exploits.My mother can help us with the domestic scenes for a soldier's wife but I would like to hear from any of his contemporaries.His brother Ernest served in the 2nd,Battalion and is living in Scotland.I would gladly put anyone in touch with him if they wished.Ernest is not enjoying the best of health at the moment.

 

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Eamon KEATING from United Kingdom wrote on November 15. 2002, 21:46:

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Hello Ivor, both my father and grandfather were Micks. I only wish I had followed the tradition.

 

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Eddy Donnan from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 11. 2002, 00:46.

 

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Cecil Jolly from United Kingdom wrote on November 10. 2002, 15:15:

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I served with the micks from 1966 to 1975 I now live in wokingham in berkshire just wanted to say great site.

 

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BILL STURGESS from USA wrote on November 9. 2002, 17:36:

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I,M NOT AN IRISH GUARD OR EX BUT ACCIDENTLY CAUGHT YOUR WORK AND THINK YOU ARE DOING A VERY NICE JOB GOOD LUCK AND BEST REGARDS BILL

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on November 9. 2002, 13:35:

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Hi Ivor Best of luck for Armistice Sunday, I'm sure you will enjoy it. Let us have a report on the event. I will be parading locally but I'm getting the London parade vidioed, so I'll keep my eye open for you Cheers John H

 

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W.B.BOOKS from United Kingdom wrote on November 7. 2002, 22:07:

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23495111 GDS,SERVED DEC 57 OCT 60 2 COMPANY [CYPRUS] M/T IN [WINDSOR] LOOKING FOR MY MATE ANTHONY WEEKS FROM [ROCHDALE] I BELEIVE HE REJOINED AGAIN ABOUT 1964. QUIS SEPARABIT

 

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Ken Robinson from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 7. 2002, 19:21.

 

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W.B.Brooks from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on November 3. 2002, 20:48.

 

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John MITCHELL [L/SGT] from United Kingdom wrote on November 3. 2002, 18:15:

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Would like to hear from anyone who served with No.9 Company during the Borneo campain.

 

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SIDNEY C BARLOW from USA wrote on November 1. 2002, 20:24:

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SIDNEY C BARLOW USA 1.11.2002 20:24:7 Nice one. Sidney

 

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Frank Duffy from Ireland wrote on October 14. 2002, 22:29:

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I Knew you would have a nice day at RHQ. The photos were very good and your site has grown from a baby into a big strong Mick Well done Ivor. Frank

 

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tonyherd from Ireland wrote on October 10. 2002, 14:37:

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dear ivor your site was well worth the visit as an ex mick from the 70s and 80s it is great to see ex micks staying in touch through this medium keep up the good work QUIS SEPARABIT

 

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Kenneth Friar from United Kingdom wrote on September 28. 2002, 21:51:

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I had the privilege of serving along side 9 Company IG in Borneo.

 

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MIKE FOSTER-BOND from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on September 24. 2002, 13:15.

 

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Alan Hedges from Australia signed the guestbook on September 24. 2002, 07:48.

 

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John Hoare from United Kingdom wrote on September 17. 2002, 17:29:

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Nice to see, great to view, and even better to be a part of, does anyone know if there is a full electronic list of ex Micks?

 

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Daniel Moloney from Canada wrote on September 15. 2002, 08:28:

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I served with The Micks from 1958 to 1961.Reg.no.23495542. I currently live in Burnaby, British Columbia and have been in Canada since 1965 I know Micks Ivan Burman and Bill Sharpe

 

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Mike Graham from Canada wrote on September 15. 2002, 02:52:

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Just Browsing through and came across your web site Ivor, found it very interesting,I now live in Canada. I was in the Irish Guards 1945-1953, served in No 2 Company at Chelsea Barracks, Palestine, Tripoli and last two years in Dusseldorf, Hubblerath Barracks Germany.My email address. mjgraham@attcanada.net Date of entry Sept 14th 2002.

 

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Jim Johnson from United Kingdom wrote on September 12. 2002, 18:33:

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ex mick.2 batt & 1 batt with 3 yrs in 16th indipendent para coy. medical discharge . would like to make contact with comrades

 

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24164128 GDSM/ B.C. Burke from United Kingdom wrote on September 11. 2002, 16:13:

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I would like to contact any Micks who were in between 1969- 1976 or who knew my brother Rocky Brendan Burke.

 

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William John Graham from Australia wrote on September 11. 2002, 05:12:

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Enjoyed your site very much. Hope you get the pics ok. I joined the battalion at The Guards Depot,Caterham,in 1957 and was demobbed in Windsor 1960

 

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Michael Collins from USA wrote on September 6. 2002, 21:41:

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Hi Ivor, I am signing in again. Thanx for an interesting site. I enjoy your style and wit!! Michael Collins. (a serving Mick No.22345473, in 1950, and later No.413435) QUIS SEPARABIT

 

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Brenda and Peter Murphy from United Kingdom wrote on September 6. 2002, 17:14:

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Just found this site. We were with HQ 4th Gds Bde at Hubbelrath in the 60,s, then went to Iserlohn, previous to that based at Caterham . ( Mick No.23495217 ) Would like to hear from anyone, and if anyone knows of Wes & Rose Rice!. Regards to all.

 

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Sid Scotland from Australia wrote on August 27. 2002, 17:41:

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Thanks for the trip down memory lane Ivor I was in the Drums COY 1953-60

 

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Ben Baker from USA wrote on August 15. 2002, 06:53:

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Great site! Let John Hyland know I stopped by and I will stop by again. God Bless.

 

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Jason Lake from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on August 13. 2002, 07:36.

 

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Tom Cooker from United Kingdom wrote on August 12. 2002, 06:44:

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Great web-site. Thanks Ivor for your efforts - its nice to have a place an Old Mick can call home !

 

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Lsgt Bryn Taylor from Germany wrote on August 7. 2002, 21:04:

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Great site. I would like permission to put a link on my site to yours.Quis Separabit

 

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John Hyland from United Kingdom wrote on August 6. 2002, 00:08:

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Hi Ivor Your website is brilliant. The Micks pride themselves on being a "Family Regiment" and this comes over in each and every message I have viewed. Keep up the great work Ivor. Quis Separabit John Hyland PS: Like Owen Rice, I would love to have a jar with you sometime and the drinks will be on me and Owen.

 

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Tom Collins from Canada wrote on August 5. 2002, 20:24:

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Enjoyed the site. Anyone out there from Cprl.Taylor's squad May-July '44?

 

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Owen Rice from United Kingdom wrote on July 23. 2002, 21:47:

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Hello Ivor. Thought it was high time I signed in. Best wishes.Still looking forward to spinning the bar with you sometime. My best wishes. Owen

 

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Jim Rees from United Kingdom wrote on July 20. 2002, 22:24:

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Gleaming web site keep up the good work ex mick 1970-1995

 

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Gerry Hardware from United Kingdom wrote on July 19. 2002, 18:09:

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Had a good nose round, I found it fascinating. Good luck Gerry

 

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IVAN Burman from Canada wrote on July 13. 2002, 01:01:

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Any body out there from.Cpl Gallaghers Squad Mar Jun 44; `A` Branch HQ Gds Div `45to 47?

 

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Mark Plater from United Kingdom wrote on June 25. 2002, 18:35:

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As ex Navy and website designer I found your website a great tribute to the Irish Guards. www.uk-new-media.co.uk

 

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Kate Shirley from New Zealand wrote on June 11. 2002, 01:16:

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I came upon this site purely by chance. I was looking for information on the Irish Guards. I'm a family Historian and needed informatin on the Regiment. My late father James Thornbury served in the Irish Guards from 1933-1962 I knew nothing of were he served or what he did during the war. All I have are childhood memories of the Guards depot in Caterham. Your web site facinated me I am most impressed everything I needed to know was available. Most of it was due to your hard work I also found two photos of my late father in the gallery. I have enclosed a photo of dad in the desert I think it may have been taken during the war. Thank you for all the hard work. To anyone who knew our family hello to you all. There are four of us living here in New Zealand one in Canada and another in America. Warm Regards Kate Shirley Nee Thornbury

 

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Brian Crowley from Ireland signed the guestbook on June 6. 2002, 14:51.

 

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William. D. Bourke from Australia signed the guestbook on June 6. 2002, 12:20.

 

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Pat & Jeff Heenan from United Kingdom wrote on May 30. 2002, 17:11:

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I am the Hon. secretary of the London Branch Welsh Guards Associastion, my connection with the micks, apart from my surname is that my father in law was L/Sgt George Byrne, and my brother in law is Mick Kinane, ex GSM Colchester (but we keep him in the dark)! An excellent web site.

 

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Ann Charlwood & Maria Sams from United Kingdom wrote on May 25. 2002, 16:17:

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My father was Walter Hearne, and he was in the Irish Guards from 1937 until 1945, Serving in Eygpt Dunkirk Paris Does anybody remember him ? His nick names were Wally, Watty and Chap.

 

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Josephine Lee from United Kingdom wrote on May 22. 2002, 15:11:

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I was given your web address by some one else, and I am looking for anyone that knows my father inlaw. Guardsman Lee 23197477 1st Coy Irish Guards 1955 to 1957

 

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Frank Gadsby from United Kingdom signed the guestbook on May 18. 2002, 10:58.

URL: http://derbyshire-holiday-inn.com

 

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Geoff Johnson from United Kingdom wrote on May 15. 2002, 18:53:

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Fantastic web site. I am just learning how to build sites so I hope mine improves. I've added you site to mine, and if you can would you do the same. Currently I am serving as a Csgt. Instructor in Brecon, due back in the Battalion in October Good luck, Geoff Johnson

 

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Frank Duffy from Ireland wrote on May 11. 2002, 09:21:

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You are doing a great job Ivor. Your site is A1 Frank

 

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Peter Sharp from Canada signed the guestbook on May 7. 2002, 03:37.