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Airborne RASC group photo
I have just acquired this photo, which looks to me to be a group of Airborne RASC in the Far East.
I believe that the uniform is 'Indian Pattern' jungle green. While I understand this came into service in the Far East during WW2, I do not know until when (and where) it was being used. I wonder if the 'wings' of the CSM are Indian made, given distinctive downward-facing wings? His crown seems to be King's crown, but not 100% sure, due to clarity of this on the photo. The Pegasus patches are not 44th Indian Airborne Division, so I assume that the group is likely post-1947. Until when was the Pegasus formation patch worn (before re-introduced more recently)? Of course, the ranks and names of gents on the photo would be a big clue, in case anyone recognises them Any insights appreciated! PS: Depending on what comes to light, I may keep or sell the photo on. |
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There is no sign of the 1939-1945 War Medal ribbon on the medal ribbon bar so I doubt that the photo is post-1947.
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Are the beret badges definitely REME, which pattern please?
One of the men has "Dag" as a nickname - any chance that they're Australian or NZ? |
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Although 'Chufty' appears to be Mancunian slang : Chufty badge : Invisible badge of honour for doing something insignificant Last edited by Mike B; 12-08-19 at 06:49 AM. |
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No, the beret badges look like RASC to me. See the attached two close-ups. Quite a number are wearing a darker looking version of the badge, which could be either wartime plastic economy or blackened badge. Opinions welcome!
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I think they are men of 716 (Airborne) Light Composite Company, RASC. The unit was in Java in 1945-46.
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My mistake - you'd typed RASC, for some reason I went into REME mode.
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The last medal ribbon on the other two could be the Defence Medal? When was the War Medal 1939-1945 actually issued? |
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No worries!
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I don't suppose you know where I can find more information on this company, ideally with record of some names? It would be great to find a positive match!
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Seems to be a bit on t'web, eg
https://www.paradata.org.uk/media/667 https://www.paradata.org.uk/unit/716...e-company-rasc |
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Indeed!
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