1918-2008: Ninety Years of Remembrance

Soldier Record

Edward Sims

Contributed by: Rita Wood, on 2008-11-20

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Rank
First NameEdward
SurnameSims
Year of Birth1893
Year of Death1970
RegimentRoyal Field Artillery
Place of Wartime ResidenceLondon, Other

Edward's Story

Known as Eddie or Ted. Joined up on the 15th January 1914 in the 5th London Brigade, Royal Horse and Royal Field Artillery. T.F. I believe he saw to the welfare of the horses in France. Served four years, was discharged and then re-enlisted in The Royal Corps of Signals and went to Cologne where he continued to care for the horses. Discharged 27.01.1921. A kind man, generous, loved reading all sorts of books and took a great interest in politics.

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