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Originally Posted by Blackadder1916

I wouldn't automatically label her "Turkish" simply because she was born in that country. My speculation is that her "European" (maybe British or French) parents were living there when she was born. A not unusual occurrence. According to the document she was "veuve" (widow) Patchell and "née" (born) Simmons, so two other names associated with her.

Is the document a photocopy of an original? It would be interesting to know if De Gaulle's handwritten comments (and especially his signature) were unique to that specific document or if it was a common sentiment on a mass produced item that simply had the soldier's name added later.

Yes I agree as to your thoughts on her nationality a bit of a rush on my part. I need to look closer at the document, at first glance it looked original however it may be a copy. I have what appears to be the uniform worn in the picture.

In considering her ribbon bar she must have served in WW1 with the British military. More to your point as to nationality.

Thanks
Jack