4th Bn Welch Regiment
An interesting photo for a couple of reasons. It must date between August 1945 when 4th Welch were still serving in 53rd Welsh Division and October 1946 when 49th West Riding Division was disbanded. In the immediate postwar period regiments and brigades were frequently moved between divisions causing such anomalies as this.
Also of interest is the position of the parachute wings. Positioned there rather than disturb an otherwise full sleeve?
Jon
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