Soldier Record
Charles Bolden
Contributed by: Janice Watkins, on 2008-11-11
| Rank | |
|---|---|
| First Name | Charles |
| Surname | Bolden |
| Year of Birth | Unknown |
| Year of Death | Unknown |
| Regiment | King's Regiment (Liverpool) |
| Place of Wartime Residence | Liverpool, Lancashire |
Charles's Story
Soon after my father's death last year my mother and I were looking through his documents and found a letter to 12709 Pte Bolden C, 11th Kings Liverpool, from Buckingham Palace signed by King George dated 1918:
"The Queen joins me in welcoming you on your release"
"The Queen joins me in welcoming you on your release from the miseries and hardships, which you have endured with so much patience and courage. During these many months of trial, the early rescue of our gallant officers and men from the cruelties of their captivity has been uppermost in our thoughts. We are thankful that this longed for day has arrived, amd that back in the old country you will be able once more to enjoy the happiness of a home and to see good days among those who anxiously look forward to your return."
As there is no one left of my father's family who would have any idea of the situation to which this letter refers, I would be obliged if anyone could supply further information. We have no information as to his own dates, birth etc, except that he first served in France on 19.5.1915. The only information I have managed to find is his Medal card which reads:
Victory H/2/102B(?)6 page 580
British
15(?) Star H/2/2/ B page 636
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