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WORLD WAR II REMEMBERED
WHO MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR 1939 - 1945
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Mansfield Lane Cemetery Monument
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Memorial on one side
Gordon Albert Bardill
DOB: Circa 1923
Age: 21
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Resided Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 23/08/1944
Information: Son of William Henry and Ada Bardill, of Calverton, Nottingham.
Rank: Corporal
Service Number: 4987427
Age: 21
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Resided Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 23/08/1944
Information: Son of William Henry and Ada Bardill, of Calverton, Nottingham.
Rank: Corporal
Service Number: 4987427
Service: British Army
Regiment: Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire And Derbyshire Regiment)
Battalion: 2nd Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/14
Commemorated: Italy
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Gordon Albert Bardill was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Gordon Albert Bardill was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Gordon Albert Bardill would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire And Derbyshire Regiment)
Battalion: 2nd Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/14
Commemorated: Italy
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Gordon Albert Bardill was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Gordon Albert Bardill was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Gordon Albert Bardill would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
William Leslie Bagshaw
DOB: Circa 1914
Age: 30
Birth Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Resided County: Nottinghamshire.
Date of Death: 06/09/1944
Information: Parents: James and Mary Jane Bagshaw, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Private
Service Number: 4981818
DOB: Circa 1914
Age: 30
Birth Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Resided County: Nottinghamshire.
Date of Death: 06/09/1944
Information: Parents: James and Mary Jane Bagshaw, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Private
Service Number: 4981818
Service: British Army
Regiment: Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire And Derbyshire Regiment)
Battalion: 14th Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/14
Commemorated: Britain
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, William Leslie Bagshaw was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that William Leslie Bagshaw was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
William Leslie Bagshaw would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Sherwood Foresters (Nottinghamshire And Derbyshire Regiment)
Battalion: 14th Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/14
Commemorated: Britain
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, William Leslie Bagshaw was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that William Leslie Bagshaw was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
William Leslie Bagshaw would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Bernard William Grocock
DOB: Circa 1919
Nationality: British
Fate: Killed
Incident Details: Crashed Wesermunde-Bremerhaven
Incident Date: 29-30/06/1941
Incident Time: 2257
Rank: Flight Sergeant
Duty Location: Hamburg
Fate: Killed
Incident Details: Crashed Wesermunde-Bremerhaven
Incident Date: 29-30/06/1941
Incident Time: 2257
Rank: Flight Sergeant
Duty Location: Hamburg
Service: Royal Air Force
Station: Raf Oakington
Squadron: 7 Squadron
Crew: FSgt B W Grocock
Command: Bomber Command
Aircraft Mark: I
Aircraft Code: MG-
Aircraft Type: Stirling
Aircraft Serial: N6001
Commemorated: Becklingen War Cemetery
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, B W Grocock was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
t is likely that B W Grocock was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
B W Grocock would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
The Air Crew Europe Star Campaign medal of the British Commonwealth was awarded to B W Grocock for service in World War Two. This medal was awarded to Commonwealth aircrew who participated in operational flights over Europe, from UK bases or for operational flying from the UK over Europe, between the period 3rd September 1939 to 5th June 1944.
The recipient B W Grocock would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. The award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Station: Raf Oakington
Squadron: 7 Squadron
Crew: FSgt B W Grocock
Command: Bomber Command
Aircraft Mark: I
Aircraft Code: MG-
Aircraft Type: Stirling
Aircraft Serial: N6001
Commemorated: Becklingen War Cemetery
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, B W Grocock was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
t is likely that B W Grocock was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
B W Grocock would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
The Air Crew Europe Star Campaign medal of the British Commonwealth was awarded to B W Grocock for service in World War Two. This medal was awarded to Commonwealth aircrew who participated in operational flights over Europe, from UK bases or for operational flying from the UK over Europe, between the period 3rd September 1939 to 5th June 1944.
The recipient B W Grocock would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. The award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Walter Perkins
DOB: Circa 1926
Age: 19
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 21/03/1945
Information: Parents: William and Alice Gladys Perkins, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Sergeant
Rank (2nd): Air Gunner
Service Number: 2223326
Age: 19
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 21/03/1945
Information: Parents: William and Alice Gladys Perkins, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Sergeant
Rank (2nd): Air Gunner
Service Number: 2223326
Service: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Regiment: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Battalion: 214 Squadron
Commemorated: Britain
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Walter Perkins was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Walter Perkins was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Walter Perkins would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Battalion: 214 Squadron
Commemorated: Britain
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Walter Perkins was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Walter Perkins was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Walter Perkins would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Victor Hugh Binch
DOB: Circa 1924
Age: 21
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 04/03/1945
Information: Parents: Nelson and Sarah Ann Binch; husband of Ruby Binch, of Daybrook, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Flight Sergeant (Air Bomber)
Service Number: 1580691
Age: 21
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 04/03/1945
Information: Parents: Nelson and Sarah Ann Binch; husband of Ruby Binch, of Daybrook, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Flight Sergeant (Air Bomber)
Service Number: 1580691
Service: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Regiment: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Battalion: 227 Squadron
Commemorated: Britain
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Victor Hugh Binch was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Victor Hugh Binch was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Victor Hugh Binch would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
Battalion: 227 Squadron
Commemorated: Britain
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Victor Hugh Binch was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Victor Hugh Binch was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Victor Hugh Binch would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
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Harry Sissons
DOB: Circa 1923
Age: 21
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Nationality: British
Resided County: Nottinghamshire.
Date of Death: 22/09/1944
Information: Parents: William and Alice Sissons, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Trooper
Service Number: 14201230
Age: 21
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Nationality: British
Resided County: Nottinghamshire.
Date of Death: 22/09/1944
Information: Parents: William and Alice Sissons, of Calverton, Nottinghamshire.
Rank: Trooper
Service Number: 14201230
Service: British Army
Regiment: Royal Armoured Corps
Battalion: 5th Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards
Archive Reference: WO 304/2
Commemorated: Britain
Place of Death: Western Europe Campaign, 1944/45
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Harry Sissons was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Harry Sissons was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Harry Sissons would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Royal Armoured Corps
Battalion: 5th Royal Inniskilling Dragoon Guards
Archive Reference: WO 304/2
Commemorated: Britain
Place of Death: Western Europe Campaign, 1944/45
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Harry Sissons was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Harry Sissons was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Harry Sissons would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Rowland Ullyatt
DOB: Circa 1910
Age: 33
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Resided Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 11/09/1943
Information: Adopted son of Mrs M. Wright; Husband of Mary Winifred Ullyatt, of Calverton, Nottingham.
Rank: Private
Service Number: 4799206
Age: 33
Birth County: Nottinghamshire.
Resided Town: Nottingham.
Nationality: British
Date of Death: 11/09/1943
Information: Adopted son of Mrs M. Wright; Husband of Mary Winifred Ullyatt, of Calverton, Nottingham.
Rank: Private
Service Number: 4799206
Service: British Army
Regiment: Lincolnshire Regiment
Battalion: 6th Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/9
Commemorated: Italy
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Roland Ullyatt was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Roland Ullyatt was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Roland Ullyatt would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.
Regiment: Lincolnshire Regiment
Battalion: 6th Battalion
Archive Reference: WO 304/9
Commemorated: Italy
Place of Death: Italy
As with most Armed Forces Serving Personnel during the conflict of World War Two, Roland Ullyatt was entitled to the War Medal 1939-1945. This medal was awarded to all full time service personnel who had completed 28 days service between 3rd September 1939 and the 2nd September 1945. Eligible personnel who had been “Mentioned In Despatches” during the War were entitled to wear a bronze oak leaf emblem on the ribbon. Those eligible for a campaign star, yet who had their service cut short by death, wounds or capture by the enemy, still qualified for this medal.
It is likely that Roland Ullyatt was awarded the 1939-45 Star for operational Service in the Second World War between 3rd September 1939, and 2nd September 1945.
Roland Ullyatt would have been awarded this star if their service period was terminated by their death or disability due to service. Also the award of a gallantry medal or “Mention In Despatches” also produced the award of this medal, regardless of their service duration.
Fighter Aircraft Crew who took part in the Battle of Britain (10 July to 31 October 1940) were awarded the "Battle of Britain" bar to this medal. In undress uniform, a silver-gilt rosette was worn on the medal ribbon to denote the award of this clasp.