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hi all
just wondering if any experts could help with a chap I'm researching.
William Charles Meade No84442 RHA
I have his service records and medal rolls.
it says he went to SA with the 1Corps ..... Ammunition Column
Just wondering if anyone can give any tips on looking into this.
Many thanks in advance
James

James

Your man was in the conflict from the start with the 1st Army Corps
His 6 clasp entitlement is impressive.

84442 Driver William Charles Meade was attached to the 2nd Cavalry Brigade and served in P Battery. ( Ammunition Column)

During the Battle of Paardeberg, the 2nd Cavalry Brigade commanded:

6th Dragoon Guards (Carabiners)

2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys)

6th (Inniskilling) Dragoons

New Zealanders

Australians

G and P Batteries, Royal Horse Artillery.