Six years after the First World War, a lady from England went on holiday to Germany and was given an army pay book at Zwartenmolem Lock by a German soldier and returned to the address (in Leicester)found inside the paybook. The soldier, Vincent Taylor, died 16 April 1918. His name is on the Timecote Memorial. This was during the Passiondale offensive.
First World War Army Paybook (leics)
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I have just seen your image of the First World War Army Paybook (leics), you can't imagine my shock to see the name on it. This is my Great uncle Vincent Taylor. I would dearly love to see this book and have as much detail about it as possible. Could you please help me get in touch with the person who has it.
Best wishes,
Chris Wait
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