39 Field Squadron Royal Engineers in Aden
Guest Book
Date : 05/03/2008 10:15:25
Name : Peter Thomson (Tommo)
E-mail : pdt.thomson@aol.com
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Comments : It is with deep sadness to inform you that my good mate Gerry Pugh passed away in his sleep Thursday the 24/9/24 R.I.P mate.Tommo.
Date : 30/03/2008 01:16:31
Name : Mac
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : With regret I have just been informed of Terry Lomas joining the lads in the Sqn bar upstairs, RIP Sapper job done!
Date : 31/12/2023 18:47:55
Name : Mick Therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
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Comments : better late than never happy new year to one and all from carol and myself,
Date : 17/12/2023 09:32:53
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All Bev and I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness to you and yours, for the new year and always.
Cheers.
Date : 27/06/2023 02:41:37
Name : Peter Thomson (Tommo)
E-mail : pdt.thomson@aol.com
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Comments : RIP Bill will always remember the pub crawls in Osnabruck and the phone calls the last few years ,good times and funny ones!.
Date : 04/06/2023 01:02:49
Name : Mac
E-mail : Nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Regret to inform you of the passing of another brother, Bill Nixon lost his battle with cancer, RIP sapper join the lads in the sqn bar upstairs. Our sympathy to the family, REspect, job done.
Date : 01/03/2023 16:50:01
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi all you 39er’s,
REunion, well after the BIG one it was always going to be a hard act to follow, and then we had the dreaded covid,
but as we all know time and tide wait for no one, even us!! Therefore a number of us have agreed to meet up again this year and would be delighted if you could also join us. Apologies for the late notice but we have been waiting for confirmation the Bev and Neil would be able to make it from Oz.
We are intending to meet again at the revamped Leonardo hotel at Hinckley, formerly Jury’s Inn Hinckley Island. Check in on the Friday 2nd of June, until after breakfast on the 4th of June and visiting the NMA on the 3rd please feel free to join in with whatever part of the weekend suits you.
All accommodation will need to be booked individually so that you can choose the room type/meal plan that suits you and these costs will need to be covered by you. We intend to negotiate on your behalf with the hotel a suitable rate for the Saturday evening private dinner and the costs for this will be notified as soon as we have them. To facilitate this we require a response from you as soon as possible.
The planned format for the 2 days is;
Meet and greet check in Friday morning, slake your thirst in the bar, and a light bite with mates and partners, stow your clobber, relax as you feel free.
Informal dinner in the restaurant, at your leisure, return to the bar to meet late arrivals, bed at your convenience.
Saturday, leisurely breakfast, then a drive in our own vehicles, after making sure everyone has a ride, out to the National Memorial Arboretum,
gather at the Royal Engineers memorial, lay a wreath and pay our respects, to our fallen brothers.
Please then feel free to have a light bite, and wander the grounds at your leisure, before returning to Hinckley.
A private dinner, subject to numbers, whilst drinking too much and telling everyone how great we were?are?
Bed at your own pace, breakfast and then depart for home.
Please answer ASAP, cheers
Date : 21/02/2023 16:59:22
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All, sorry dont go with that suggestion, at all, will be in the UK end of May and will be attending the memorial at the NMA on the 30 and will be staying somewhere local as will be meeting other members of the REunion committee to put another REunion together in the same type of format as previous with us all together, as we feel we would still like to pay our REspects, and would prefer a summer event in any eventuality. Will email all shortly, cheers Mac, on behalf of your committee.
Date : 18/02/2023 01:02:37
Name : brummie Wilson
E-mail : m>wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi all, a suggestion has come forward that we have a final get together as age etc is taking it's toll.
So the proposal is: October first weekend in Birkenhead. Friday evening informal get together and meal
Saturday - Ride the Mersey ferry to Albert Dock (shops, pubs, maritime Museum and so much more) then ferry back
Evening set meal but casual dress and a disco if you all want one
Sunday- final farewell after breakfast
NOW if you are interested I need to know soon by 10th of the month at the latest.
No idea of cost yet but it will once committed require a deposit and there will be an account you can pay into to ease payment rather than one go
So there you go thats what is on offer
Brummie
This was posted a fe weeks ago, no changes to it but responses needed now if it is to bbe done
Date : 20/12/2022 09:36:48
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : To all of you and your families,
Bev and I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness for the new year and always. Cheers!!!
Date : 11/12/2022 21:47:30
Name : Jack Illingworth
E-mail : jackillingworth47@gmail.com
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Comments : Ads good to remember
Merry Christmas to everyone
Date : 17/10/2022 13:47:14
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : For all those that knew Alan when he was in Osnabruck, or elsewhere.
It is with great sadness that I have been informed of the death of Lt.Col. (Retd) Alan Skidmore R.E.
Alan had been ill for some time and passed away early yesterday morning (14/10/22).
He had a long and distinguished career in the Corps and was Mayor of Ripon in 1999 when the Corps celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the Granting of the Freedom of the City of Ripon.
Funeral details will be posted when known.
Rip Sapper job done REspect
Date : 20/09/2022 22:54:15
Name : Ralph Davies
E-mail : ralph201046@sky.com
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Comments : Hi Brummie RE Jimmy I was supposed to have taken Jimmy out driver training that day but Rodney (Rodders) Hardy took my place as I was put on Guard Duty and I remember it being a Saturday the day of the accident at Achma
Date : 12/09/2022 11:59:17
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : On behalf of all who served and took the oath under
Her Majesty the Queen Elisabeth II a lady of grace
and compassion, who served her country with such dedication, resilience and fortitude, thank you. May you rest in peace, with all the REspect firmly in place.
Date : 03/08/2022 21:32:50
Name : Geoffrey Hibbs ( Moonie )
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi Brummie, I also was a pall bearer, but have no idea of the dates,
Geoff
Date : 27/07/2022 15:58:48
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi Mike
I will check tonight when I get home re the date of death but not the funeral,
Jack Storey and myself were also pall bearers, but can’t remember who else.
I will give Jack Bramham a call to see if he can shed any light, as he was in the truck with Jimmy.
Date : 25/07/2022 22:23:28
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi all, I need your help. Can any of you please tell me the date of Jimmy Badenocks funeral and the names of who, along with me, were the pall bearers?
Thanks for any help you can offerr and I hope you are all keeping well?
Date : 12/06/2022 18:27:58
Name : Mick Therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
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Comments : i am still alive and kicking only ailment is old age hope all are ok
Date : 07/06/2022 21:17:44
Name : Ernie Taylor
E-mail : ernie.taylor@btinternet.com
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Comments : Ubique Sappers. REgards, Ernie Taylor
Date : 02/06/2022 03:07:25
Name : Barry Andrews
E-mail : bashjalankuak@gmail.com
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Comments : The meet up on the 30th was attended by myself and my wife Sheila, Jay, Brummie and his daughter and son in law John Smits and his wife Jean and I am glad to report another returnee to the fold Eric Gaunt, it was so pleasing to see him after all these years - just when we were at the stage of thinking we had made contact with everyone! It’s never too late so if anyone else is out there reading this that hasn’t been in touch then we would love to hear from you.
Date : 30/05/2022 17:21:35
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All so sorry we cannot be with you today, but are thinking and thanking you for representing us all at the NMA. Rest in peace our brothers in arms. Lest we forget
Date : 01/03/2022 09:59:33
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments :
Ladies and Gentlemen Last year Jay and Barry met up at the NMA on the 30 May to pay their respects to the boys and having sounded out, Jay and Barry have agreed to repeat the exercise again this year – the 55th Anniversary.
They thought if we let people know now there might be some others that want to make the pilgrimage. They have no intention of making any specific arrangements other than to say we will be there on the 30th May and to say at what time (TBC). Please notify Barry @ bashjalankuak@gmail.com if you would like to attend so that everyone will be on the same page.
I regret Bev and I will be unable to attend but our thoughts will be with you all. Lest we forget. Stay safe.
Date : 06/01/2022 01:35:26
Name : Joseph Reid
E-mail : j.reid06@gmail.com
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Comments : I would like to inform everyone about the passing away of my friend Paul harbron who died on the 12th Dec 2021. His funeral is on the 10 January 2022 at peel Green crematorium Salford at 13.40pm. The cortage will be leaving Broughton House vet.home at 13.00pm, there will be a flag representive of the Royal engineers and Aden vets association in attendance, for any further information contact me Joe Reid or phone me on 07505637257
Date : 23/12/2021 09:02:22
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Bev and I would like to wish all 39 Vets and there families a very merry Christmas and health and happiness for the new year and always, please stay safe.
Date : 17/11/2021 09:04:52
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Gents, Have received this on facebook from Jay please respond if you can, Cheers Jay.
Recently received information via Rob Cooper regarding the passing of Rod Ratcliffe’s lady wife Carol on the weekend of 6/7 Nov.
I have not been able to gain a response from Rod or family contact details, email/phone, to date, and have no address.
Should anyone be able to assist with address details, it would be appreciated.
In the interim, will continue to establish contact
Commiserations to Rod and family on the loss of your beloved wife and mother.
RIP Carol
39 Veterans
Date : 30/08/2021 08:40:28
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi Wil thanks for the update, please pass our sympathy and condolences to all the family our thoughts are with them at this sad time. Sqn bar is open and welcoming him with pride and admiration, job well done craftsman, we couldn,t have done without you. RIP mate
Kind REgards
39 Fld Sqn RE Aden Vets
Date : 28/08/2021 18:41:44
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : Very sad news this morning that Harry 'Legs' Diamond hs passed away.
My thoughts are with his family and all us old pals who will miss hime. RIP H
Date : 27/08/2021 13:25:51
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All
please see message from Wil re Harry Diamond, our thoughts and prayers are with Harry and the family
Hi Gents,
Long time out of contact, and it’s sad news I bring. Harry has been in hospital for the last two years and he suffered a heart attack whilst undergoing teatment for his condition. His daughter says that doctors do not expect Harry to survive, he in a coma at the moment. Lets hope he makes it.
Regards Wil.=
Date : 31/05/2021 08:19:22
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iijnet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All Many thanks to Barry and Jay for ensuring our fallen were not forgotten on the anniversary of the incident. They gave their all, and we will remember them, and those that are still giving.
RIP lads. UBIQUE!!
Date : 28/05/2021 21:44:42
Name : Barry Andrews
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Comments : As another anniversary of that fateful day in Aden approaches I am planning to meet up with Jay Milnes at the National Memorium Arberetum on Sunday to pay our respects 0n behalf of all 39 Sqn Aden Vets,.UBIQUE. Rest in Peace lads.
Date : 11/02/2021 16:22:37
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All as normality seems to be slipping further away, and lockdown is now such a common phrase, Bev and I would like you all to be healthy and safe in these very difficult times. We got stir crazy after a month so heavens knows what everyone in the UK is going through. Our thoughts are with everyone of you and yours. Take care and best wishes from us both, Cheers
Mac and Bev.
Date : 21/01/2021 05:55:20
Name : john Smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
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Comments : HI EVERYONE IM SORRY TO HAVE TO INFORM YOU ALL THAT
SGT.JOHNNY MONK R.E.M.E EX SAPPER HAS SADLY PASSED AWAY ON THE 19TH JANUARY IN HOSPITAL WITH COVID OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH JOHN'S FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME,AT OUR LAST REUNION SOME OF YOU WILL REMEMBER THAT JOHN BROUGHT HIS SON RODGER WITH HIM.RODGER UNFORTUNATLY DIED JUST OVER A YEAR AGO SO INDEED A VERY SAD TIME FOR JEAN AND FAMILY .R.I.P. JOHN JOB DONE STAND DOWN WILL MISS YOU FRIEND
Date : 17/12/2020 21:13:20
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : hear's wishing all 39 Sqn. RE. veterans a happy christmas and a happy and healthy new year... Stay Safe.
Date : 17/12/2020 18:31:33
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
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Comments : Hi all, so sad to hear of the passing of Derek Emmerson, looking back at how many of our comrades have left us over the past few years it makes me count my blessings. A Merry Christmas to you all, keep well,
Date : 16/12/2020 08:55:19
Name : Kieran K Downey
E-mail : kdowney@gmx.de
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Comments : I wish everyone a happy christmas and all the best in 2021. Let's get this damm covid-19 behind us.
Year for year we're getting fewer, such is life, I guess we can't go on for ever, we become part of history, we lived to fall in love, make families, lovely children and grandchildren.
Cheers Kieran Downey
Date : 15/12/2020 21:37:34
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi all
With much sadness and sympathy to Jill and family, I'm sorry to inform you that Derek Emerson passed earlier today another good sapper completed his mission in life RIP sapper job done, many thanks for all your support and help with the REunions you will be soreley missed.
Date : 15/12/2020 17:20:06
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi to all
Please be safe and from Bev and I down under, we wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness for 2021 and always.
Hope to see you all in 2022 at our Celebration of Life REunion if your up for it, comments would be appreciated.
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 14/12/2020 18:32:52
Name : bill nixon
E-mail : nixonbill64@gmail.com
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Comments : All the best for Christmas and hope next year is better than this one stay safe REgards Bill Nixon.
Date : 04/12/2020 18:59:54
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : I have to tell you thaat with great sadness I have learny this morning of the passing of a great pal to us all. Bill 'Paddy' Minford passed away on the morning of the 2nd. REspect & Rest in Peace Paddy, job done
Date : 11/09/2020 09:21:10
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All it is with great sadness that I have received notification of the passing of another brother sapper, Jack Taff Picton our deepest sympathy and condolences to Wendy and family.
RIP sapper job done
Date : 03/07/2020 07:48:16
Name : Kieran K Downey
E-mail : kdowney@gmx.de
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Comments : I'm glad that I visited this Website after so many years, my term in Aden with 39 was short March 67 thru July 67 ended abrupt after accident with broken leg while dismamtling the nissin-huts in Kitchner barracks Little Aden. I was also up in Habelen in the time. I learnt a lot while in the RE's which helped me to go on to be a successful process-engineer for former Deutsche-Babcock and Hitachi till final retirement 2015 in Germany.
Date : 03/06/2020 03:48:59
Name : john Smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
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Comments : Sad news guy's heard from Maureen Morton that her Husband John Morton (FIFI) Passed away yesterday morning 1/6/2020 from cancer another good man down Job Done Sapper
Date : 06/05/2020 22:06:20
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : Hi Mac. I'm Still in Toutch with Terry Robson ' He lives About 30 minuets from us. We meet up every couple of months for a pint and natter about the good old days in 39 squadron RE .Small world
Date : 23/04/2020 15:54:59
Name : mac mclean
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Comments : Funny world, Terry Robson was my commander coming back from
Hohne snowing and very cold got done for speeding in 03CC13,
photo showed Ferret closed down, as we were trying to keep warm.
AO took no action, despite knowing who the driver was, and no questions about where the commander was!!
I trust and hope you and yours are all safe as we are down under.
Very best wishes Neil and Bev.
Date : 20/04/2020 18:13:41
Name : Geoff Hibbs ( Moonie )
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi Brummie, Ralph and all, I also loved driving the Ferret, if I remember right it used to go just as fast in reverse as it did forward, but you can't beat driving an APC, unless you are operating a tug on the Weser.
Geoff
Date : 18/04/2020 01:43:45
Name : Brummie wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi all I hope you are all keeping well and virus free? Not able at the moment to go visit Paddy Minford in his nursing home, but hope to be able to again soon. Don't forget you can hear me on my radio show twice a week, Sunday 9 till noon and Thursday 10 till 1 p.m. Just log on via facebook to monfm and hit listen live - if you on there before I come on it may be in Welsh!
Date : 13/04/2020 16:55:50
Name : Brummie Ridding
E-mail : tony.ridding@gmail.com
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Comments : Hi Mac and everyone else that remembers me. Hi Ralph Davies I can remember our happy days in the "ferrets". Fantastic vehicle. Spent some time with Mac in Australia and he has one at his workshop, bought tears to my eyes. Regards to your family Mac and stay safe from this deadly virus. Kindest REgards to all Brummie and Hilary
Date : 02/04/2020 04:35:33
Name : Ralph Davies
E-mail : ralph2010@sky.com
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Comments : With regards to the Ferret scout car. While serving in 39 FLD SQN from October 1964 - Jan 68 03 CC 03 & 03 CC 13 were the scout vehicles for 2 Troop. I spent many hours driving both of them on exercises.At the time we were stationed at Osnabruck in Germany.I remember they both went like rockets and were tremendous to drive.
Date : 20/03/2020 02:45:14
Name : Mike Ziarniak
E-mail : ziarniakm@gmail.com
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Comments : Mike Ziarniak here from Palmyra, Wisconsin in the USA. I just recently purchased Fetter Scout car # 03CC13 that spent some time in the 39 Field Sqdrn 1969 and prior....but I do not know where it actually served. Is anyone familiar with this scout car?
Thank to all for your service!
Mike Ziarniak
Date : 27/01/2020 00:59:37
Name : Jason S Joyce
E-mail : jasonsjoyce70@gmail.com
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Comments : Hi I was wonder if you have a where are they now do you know section? As my Dad served with 39 1961 - 66 Lcpl John Joyce from Battersea thank you in advance
Date : 18/12/2019 17:13:46
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : here's wishing all you Sappers a merry Christmas and a happy new year
Date : 09/11/2019 23:20:00
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : Cpl Dave [rocky] Price, L/cpl Jeff Ince, Killed in action Aden 1967. We WILL remember them.
Date : 30/10/2019 19:44:10
Name : bill nixon
E-mail : nixonbill64@gmail.com
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Comments : All the best for Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
Date : 30/10/2019 19:39:58
Name : bill nixon
E-mail : nixonbill64@gmail.com
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Comments : why dose no one use this page??????
Date : 06/10/2019 16:29:33
Name : john bosworth
E-mail : bosworth@gmx.de
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Comments : I joined 39 on the day the advanced party flew to Aden, it took me a little time to get to know the sqn members, but i do remember some of the unknowns on the sqn photo. when i get a bit of time i will list them 80 this year one tends to get a little slower.
Date : 20/09/2019 12:41:45
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All Eilidh Milne lost her battle with the dreaded C and the world is a sadder place for this loss of such a wonderful Lady.
Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences, to Joe and family, I know from all the 39 family.
RIP Eilidh
Date : 30/05/2019 16:26:39
Name : mac mclean
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Comments : More sad news I, m afraid Don Smith has lost his fight and passed away on monday night 27 may RIP sapper job done sympathy and condolences to Chris and family
Date : 12/04/2019 12:28:41
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All
it was a privilege to fly over to South Australia to farewell our mate Alf lister. Bev and I represented you all who knew him, and we celebrated his life with gusto.
Farewell old chum, and RIP
Date : 19/03/2019 16:14:58
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All, unfortunately more really sad news,
I have just been informed that Alf Lister passed away last night after a very short battle with cancer. Our thoughts and prayers go to his lovely wife June and family, with our sympathy and condolences. RIP sapper see you in the squadron bar.
Date : 18/01/2019 11:01:38
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All with regret I have to inform you of the passing of John Noonan passed away on the 23rd November 2018, RIP Sapper job done
Date : 17/01/2019 09:20:52
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi all, a lot of Doncaster REA are staying at the premier Inn but some of us 39ers are staying at the gamekeepers Inn, no matter where you are staying if you can get to the NMA on the 28th we would love to see you.
Date : 24/12/2018 09:33:37
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All Bev and I would like to wish all a very merry Christmas and health and happiness now and always.
Don't forget the 28th of May RE-dedication of the RE memorial our 2017 REunion was the catalyst for the REnewal of the memorial, more details to be posted shortly, for a get together, but it will all be DIY.
Hope to see you there.
Date : 19/12/2018 17:11:11
Name : Steve Parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : here's wishing you all a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year. From Steve and Anita Parsons.
Date : 19/12/2018 17:07:22
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : Hi , all you Sappers who served with 39 Squadron Royal Engnieers. here's wishing you all a merry christmas and a happy and healthy new year.
Date : 14/10/2018 22:29:01
Name : Arch McGraw
E-mail : archiemcgraw@icloud.com
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Comments : I have enjoyed reading the comments in your guest book and have tried to put names of those who served in 39 to those whom i may have served with during my service sadly to no avail. I served in The Royal Engineers from 1962 - 1984 but unfortunately not with 39 and ended my service in Nienburg 1984.Maybe with a wee stroke of luck this entry in your Guest Book result in someone recognising my name.
Keep up the good work.
Yours Aye
Arch McGraw
Date : 26/06/2018 21:19:52
Name : neil mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All, I know at this sad time for Jacky and the family our thoughts and prayers are with, and for them, on behalf of all we send our deepest sympathy and condolences. A larger than life family man, with a heart of gold, a privilege to have known you Ray, RIP job done.
Date : 24/06/2018 19:25:12
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
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Comments : It saddens me to report that my oldest and dearest friend Ray Weaver passed away in his sleep last night, his wife Jackie and most of their family were present, RIP my old friend God bless you.
Date : 16/01/2018 02:41:06
Name : ted walkington
E-mail : ted.walkington@yahoo.com
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Comments : hi guys hope you are all well first contact for 50+years
Date : 24/12/2017 02:48:02
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
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Comments : Hi all, hoping you all have a very merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year.
Date : 23/12/2017 21:22:20
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year to all 39 squadron royal engineers veterans
Date : 18/12/2017 00:05:43
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : Hi all, Have a very Merry Christmas and best wishes to you all.
Date : 01/12/2017 01:23:46
Name : Peter Taff Williams
E-mail : silver_fern@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : 39 Sqn Osnabruck, Dec 76--1981
Date : 12/10/2017 14:30:04
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All 39ERS and welcome, you can email me direct or leave a message
so that we can send you all the details of our next REunion and join all together!!! See you there!!
Date : 26/04/2017 23:42:00
Name : Sue Heath
E-mail : sueellenheath@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : Excuse error. Frank's funeral was April 21st!
Date : 26/04/2017 12:30:25
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Hi All please see Sue Heaths post.
Many thanks to Brummy Wilson, Smitty et al who came to Frank Heath's funeral in Southport on May 21st. The sight of the RE flags moved me to tears.
> It was wonderful to hear again the stories and the names l remember from our courtship while he was in Aden and l was at college in Swansea. Tales of Q Lister, Paddy Minford, Taff Picton, brought back so much!
> I used to write letters to him on Swansea Borough Council loo roll (the hard stuff) and all my pals put rude additions and send them off to keep the spirits up. Once he replied with a letter soaked in some noxious local 'scent' (no, l didn't ask!) which nearly cleared the dining hall at breakfast!
> Have often thought of our good friends Dennis and Sylvia Burrows, and their Paul. We had some fun times in Osnabrück and Cove!
> Thanks again for the visits while he was ill, it meant such a lot to him and the boys to know dad was remembered, they want me to pass on their thanks.
> Best wishes to all who knew him.
> Sue.
Date : 13/04/2017 13:52:53
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : A timely REminder to all, even if your not coming to the REunion but to pay your REspects to the lads we lost in Aden. Please come along to the National Memorial Arboretum on the 27th May, and advise Barry, regarding attendance and catering. Hope to see you all there.
SOME GAVE SOME,
SOME GAVE ALL,
SOME ARE STILL GIVING.
Date : 13/04/2017 10:18:55
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All
Frank Heaths funeral is on the 21 April but will let you know more details as they come to hand, re attendance, and location etc.
RIP mate job done>
Date : 07/04/2017 14:03:26
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Regret to inform you all of the passing of Frank Scouse Heath RIP
Date : 03/04/2017 09:01:49
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All please copy and paste
http://www.thenma.org.uk/events-and-news/forthcoming-events/39-field-squadron-royal-engineers-aden-veterans
to check out our memorial service etc at the National Memorial Arboretum and advise Barry if you wish to attend to pay our respects to our fallen brothers in arms on this the 50th anniversary of our time in Aden. Lest we forget.
Date : 22/12/2016 21:49:27
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : A happy Christmas and a happy and healthy new year, to all my comrades who served in 39 FIELD SQUADRON< ROYAL ENGINEERS. Cheers
Date : 22/12/2016 05:51:24
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Merry Christmas and a happy New year to all my old friends, hope you have a healthy and happy 2017.
Date : 14/11/2016 17:10:28
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All with regret and sadness, Brig Nigel Lacey [Rtd] passed away on the 29th of Oct 2016, his funeral took place on the 9th of Nov 2016.
RIP Nigel Job done!!
Date : 02/04/2016 20:04:15
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : hi. all you 39ers. we have just had a visit from Eddie[Ginger] Banks, and his good lady Beryl .found him at last. we had a great time talking about the good old days in 39, he hasn't changed a bit, hope to see him again in the not too distant future.
Date : 28/01/2016 14:20:33
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All,
will now collate Frank's pictures, and caption as many as I can remember, some will bring a tear to your eye as the NAAFI tent burns to the ground!! Steve Todd and I were enjoying a drink last night and a name from the past was mentioned, so onto the net and a bit of detective work and we found Granville Pilcher!! a quick phone call and yet another attendee for our REunion Brilliant!!
Date : 25/01/2016 18:58:33
Name : Mike 'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all. I have managed to convert over 100 slides and send to Mac for loading here. Slides came from Frank 'Scouse' Heath and have not seen the light of day since Aden, some great picture, so keep watching
Date : 18/01/2016 06:28:21
Name : Frank Heath
E-mail : fheath55@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Long time no see no hear from any of 39. Living in Formby, Merseyside, now with my partner Kate. Just been contacted by 39 Vet's with a Christmas Card, heaven only knows how they traced me and got my address. I will attend the Vet's reunion in 2017 so if I don't meet you before will see you then. Email me if you want to make contact beforehand. All the best for the New Year.
Frank (Scouse) Heath
Date : 01/01/2016 15:03:34
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : A very happy and healthy new year to all from down under here in perth cheers
Date : 25/12/2015 04:38:34
Name : Moonie
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to wish everyone a happy Christmas and a fantastic new year. Geoff
Date : 22/12/2015 20:16:24
Name : Bryce Forrest
E-mail : b.forrest477@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Bryce & Heather Forrest Wish Everyone A Merry Christmas And All The Best For 2016
Date : 21/12/2015 04:12:08
Name : JOHN AND JEAN SMITS
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL 39ERS A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A GOOD AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR John and Jean Smits R.E.M.E.
Date : 17/12/2015 20:52:28
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year to all 39ers. from Steve and Nita Parsons
Date : 14/12/2015 03:09:36
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : to all past and present members of the sqn we would like to wish you all a very happy christmass and a very happy and lucky new year.
john and linn
Date : 13/12/2015 23:30:30
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : To all 39, Merry Christmas & Happy Newyear!!!
Date : 10/11/2015 04:31:28
Name : Johnny Baker
E-mail : tonybaker2255@live.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : 23982255 REME Armourer attached to CRE Ops at Anzio Lines. I was at Habilayn with 39 Sqn at the time of the ambush.
Date : 18/10/2015 17:27:59
Name : MAC MCLEAN
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : hi all,
have spoken to Adrian Price, Rockies son, and Irene has unfortunately, alzheimers so will be unable to attend our REunion. Please advise Jeff soonest of your attendance.
Date : 16/09/2015 15:48:17
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I was sad to hear about John Atkin passing away, our condolences to his family, friends,and comrades. RIP John...
Date : 11/08/2015 15:16:39
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Just back from our trip to the States to see our daughter so this is the first chance to say our thanks to Brummie and Mac and all who helped put the reunion together, it was fantastic and good to see a couple more plant troop, Sandy and Racca, looking forward to the 50th in 2017.
Ann and Bob.
Date : 30/07/2015 10:42:58
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : After a successful 2015 REunion, well organised by Brummie, we now look forward to THE BIG ONE!!! OP50-2017 39 Field Squadron. RE Aden Vets
2017 REUNION. That's right, commemorating the 50th year anniversary of our time in Aden and pay our respects to our fallen. We look forward to seeing all past REunion attendees and others who would also like to attend this momentous milestone. Further news and details to be announced shortly!!.
Date : 30/07/2015 10:18:29
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guys , please check out our FACEBOOK site
39 Field Squadron. RE. Aden.
I have already included anyone that was on my Facebook page so please let me know if you also want to be on it or want to be deleted from it. Please watch this, and Facebook site for news on
OP50-2017 39 Fld Sqn RE. Aden Vets,
which is now underway,
as well as your emails Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 15/07/2015 03:21:57
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalis18@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : check out sapperfest
Date : 10/07/2015 23:31:38
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixaliis18@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : will be doing remembrance sunday in malta this year
Date : 18/06/2015 14:13:57
Name : Mac McLean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Check out new photos of the 2015 REunion
Date : 16/06/2015 21:52:57
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : just had a great reunion weekend in Pattingham .looking forward to the next in 2017.
Date : 15/06/2015 02:26:08
Name : RALPH DAVIES
E-mail : ralph201046@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Thanks to Brummie and all those who spent the weekend at Patshull, after 48 years it was good to see and talk to mates from times gone by and to learn how you have got on in life.Hope to see you all again in 2018 but not in Durham. Once again Brum you done us all proud
RALPH DAVIES
Date : 09/06/2015 23:48:07
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : derekemerson328@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Not long now lads looking forward to seeing everyone again , wheres the last two years gone.
DEREK
Date : 04/06/2015 02:53:13
Name : Pete Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : any body know the whereabouts of Jack Waller 1tp or Bill (paddy) Stretton 1tp- obliged Tommo 1tp
Date : 30/05/2015 06:51:11
Name : Mac McLean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : 30 may 1967 sad day in the Wadi Matlah RIP Rocky and Jeff
Date : 25/05/2015 23:21:38
Name : Roger Smart
E-mail : roger_smart@yahoo.com
Homepage :
Comments : Looking for info on the whereabouts of Roy 'Paddy' Gibson and Fred Gammond?
Date : 27/03/2015 22:29:08
Name : mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : No idea where they are Steve Parsons - would also like to find Sugden from 2 troop?
Anyone got a picture of Fred Saunders?
And Jim Thompson- which Tommo are you?????
Date : 11/03/2015 16:27:54
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : hi all you 39ers .dose anyone know the whereabouts of Eddie [ginger] Banks [1 troop] orPete Yoxall,cheers. Steve
Date : 27/02/2015 04:54:05
Name : jim thompson
E-mail : jf.t@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : In 39sqn in aden 1967
Date : 23/12/2014 22:14:32
Name : Mike Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all and may I wish each and every one of you, your families and the families of our fallen comrades a very Happy Christmas and a healthy and wealthy New Year.
Not long to our Bash now and all the planning is in place and all I have to do soon is pay the bills!!
I am still on the trail of a couple of more old boys and with luck might have good news soon.
Keep smiling all and take a tot or two to toast us all!!
Brummie
Date : 22/12/2014 04:05:36
Name : .john and jean smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : jean and i would like to wish all members of 39 sqn and the families of our fallen comrades a very merry Christmas and a very good new year
Date : 18/12/2014 21:21:46
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : here's wishing all you 39er's a merry Christmas and a happy new year.Stay healthy. Steve and Nita Parsons
Date : 08/12/2014 18:40:55
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
Best wishes Bill Nixon.
Date : 01/12/2014 11:27:12
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all
Mike Wilson has found Rod Radcliffe which is brilliant, and Rod is up for the REunion, so we welcome him on board. I spoke to Rod on Sunday and he was really looking forward to the event. Well done Mike!!!
Date : 29/11/2014 00:27:40
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I visited 'Fred', real name Mervyn on Wednesday 26th of November and it was great to see him. He was medically discharged back in 1968 after treatment in a London hospital and still has problems today due to the head injury he received. He has very poor memory recall but looking through the photo's I took could recall Ratcliff, Alf Lister and Jake Farmer.
We are hoping he will be ok to attend the Reunion next year but will need our help to get around, as he has balance and mobility problems. Anyone who comes from or will pass by Little Hulton (near Bolton/Manchester) on the way to the bash who could transport him would be most appreciated.
Let me know. If you need his address or other details please e mail me as I won't put the here on the open web
Brummie
Date : 14/11/2014 21:26:21
Name : MAC MCLEAN
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL FANTASTIC NEWS REGARDING MERVYN FRED SAUNDERS HE IS ALIVE AND WELL LIVING ABOUT TEN MILES FROM CADISHEAD NR MANCHESTER. I HAVE SPOKEN TO FREDS NIECE JULIE WHO GAVE ME THE UPDATE AND WILL BE LIAISING WITH MIKE W. AND FREDS FAMILY TO ENSURE THAT HE WILL BE WITH US NEXT YEAR.
THANKS FOR ALL YOUR HELP JULIE WILL CALL AGAIN SOON AND THE PICTURE WILL BE ON ITS WAY. GREAT NEWS!!!
Date : 11/11/2014 17:04:10
Name : Jay Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : "We Will Remember Them"
Stay safe and well guy's
Jayboy
Date : 10/10/2014 22:37:04
Name : DENIS SPARROW
E-mail : djsparrow@live.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Lads, almost a year or so ago with the help of Gloucestershire Royal Engineers of the Aden Vets Branch for stories and photographs of the Regiments service in Aden. I received both to help in the book I was writing. That book. Adens. North West Frontier. 1881-1967. History and Pictures, has now been printed. It has 100.000 words of that history including Stories, maps and hundreds of photographs. It joins up all the units who served UP COUNTRY. As they replaced each other. If anyone should be interested in a copy, 01453 763552, or djsparrow@live.co.uk.
I served in 45 Commando RM 1963-64.
Date : 25/08/2014 04:43:49
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Spent a great few Hrs today with Mick McCormick and Linda, great to see them again, looking forward to seeing them next year at the reunion along with all old friends.
Date : 23/07/2014 17:18:05
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Well lads I'm away from tomorrow on our JCB Marathon to raise funds for Blinded Ex Service personnel, amongst other visually impaired charities.
You can follow our exploits on Facebook - esmorsjcbmarathon.com
Be back in touch soon. I also have alternative e ial while on trek - brum67.mw@gmail.com
Date : 12/07/2014 17:58:18
Name : Barry (Andy) Andrews
E-mail : bash@jalankuak.freeserve.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Good to see even more old faces appearing on the site. I expect the 1 Troop get together in Leamington recently was accompanied with several swing lamps! So come on Taff, Jack and Steve get yourselves booked in for next year it would be good to catch up. That goes for you as well Eddie Garwood (I have not forgotten the taxi fare from Singapore you know). For those that don't already know 39 Armoured Engineer Sqn disbands this month as part of the restructuring of the Army, may it soon arise from the ashes.
Date : 09/07/2014 08:18:15
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Jack good to see your name in the guest book, are you and Steve Todd coming to the REunion? cheers Mac
Date : 30/06/2014 05:15:25
Name : Geoff Hibbs (Moonie)
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Rufus, I wondered what happend to you, nice to hear from you after all this time, see you at the reunion 2015.
Date : 28/06/2014 03:04:41
Name : RALPH (RUFUS ) DAVIES
E-mail : ralph201046@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Thanks to the RBL mag & Brummie I have after 41 years caught up with all my old mates who don't look a day older than when I last seen you.I've been in touch with Brummie and I hope to see you all in 2015.Good luck to you all. Ralph
Date : 22/06/2014 07:30:34
Name : Alan Saunders
E-mail : Saundersalan@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a surprise to find you guys via the RBL magazine
Date : 18/06/2014 15:53:52
Name : stephen parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : we have just spent a great weekend in Leamington Spa, with a few members of 1 troop. thanks again to Taff Downs Jim [smiler]Smiles, Steve Todd and Jack Illingworth, and of course their good ladies.
Date : 16/06/2014 20:23:03
Name : Jack illingworth
E-mail : Judithillingworth@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi,everyone hope you're all okay out there . Just to thank everyone who came to Leamington at the weekend, it was great to see you all. We found the photos when we got home. Hope to see you again soon Jack and Judith Illingworth
Date : 30/05/2014 23:50:24
Name : Mike Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : We shall always remember them RIP lads
Date : 30/05/2014 17:42:22
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : 30 May 1967 wadi Matla 0815hrs we lost Rocky and Jeff RIP For they shall not grow old as we that are left grow old, time shall not weary them, or the years condemn, and with the going down of the sun, and in the morning, We shall remember them Lest we forget
Date : 26/03/2014 07:18:07
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Come on lads - if you haven't booked your place for our June 2015 reunion get a move on - places are going fast
I need to know ASAP if you wish to come or venue will be fully booked. Previous reunions have been great, so don't miss out.
Contact me by e mail ASAP
Date : 02/03/2014 01:46:19
Name : Jack Illingworth
E-mail : judithillingworth@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Steve Todd told me about the site,thought everyone had forgotten about us. good to see the photos,Jack.
Date : 06/01/2014 04:54:53
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Happy and healthy New year to all, hope you all have a good one, looking forward to catching up with everyone soon.
Bob and Ann
Date : 31/12/2013 22:15:35
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all. Christine and I wish you all a very Happy New Year and hope that 2014 brings all that you can ask of it. Despite all the bad weather and power cuts we have had to put up with over Christmas we are looking forward to a few celebratory drinks tonight when we will toast you all.
Our thoughts are with you all, especially Jack 'Taff' Picton who we hope continues with a good recovery and to all our old mates who have sadly gone to be Sappers in the sky
Very Best wishes to you all
Date : 22/12/2013 17:32:50
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Here's wishing everone a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Mike and Linda
Date : 22/12/2013 00:32:39
Name : John Noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : To all members of 39 sqn have a happy Christmas and a lucky and peacefull new year .
from John and Lin Noonan
Date : 21/12/2013 20:43:22
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Here's wishing ex members of 39 FIELD SQUADRON ROYAL ENGINEERS a merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year. Steve and Nita Parsons
Date : 21/12/2013 19:14:21
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
Regards Bill Nixon
Date : 16/12/2013 06:21:52
Name : john smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all myself and my wife would like to wish all 39squdron members past and present and the families of those who have passed away a very Merry Christmas and a very prosperous New Year take care everybody
Date : 12/11/2013 18:21:44
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all
went to Brompton Barracks for the remembrance day service, very moving thinking about past and present, were we really that young!!!! Sorry no old faces that I could recognise but looked in the mirror and realised there was some old git looking back at me, where did he come from??? "Lest we forget" on way back to OZ
Date : 03/11/2013 23:47:14
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson6@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi mac and give Bev all our best wishes for her recovery back to sparkling good health
Date : 03/11/2013 04:17:39
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guys currently in the UK sorry for not getting every thing together on the website but please feel free to send anything directly to our webmaster as per the website instructions and will get the link organised for our piccys soonest. Do we want this to be for our eyes only or open? Bev recovering after another op but looking really good. cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 31/10/2013 01:59:29
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : I will be going to the Stratford parade as we are down there for the mweekend
Date : 30/10/2013 17:04:36
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mike, I knew you wouldn't retire.Don't work too hard..By the way I will be at the Cenotaph in London with the Aden veterans association on Sunday 10th of November. look out for us on the TV. Steve
Date : 27/10/2013 22:05:29
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Everyone,Well I should have retired on Friday but like a ////head I,ve decided to carry on a bit longer.Renewed my medical and hgv licence only a year at a time after 65,Do not think I will be doing another might not finish this year All the best to all
Date : 25/10/2013 18:37:14
Name : mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to see comments on the page after such a long time!!! Toby sent me a disc which I have passed on to Bill Nixon. Mac has the control of this website and he has been very busy since the do, so I'm sure he will get the photo's on, as well as those from the first do.
Some of you may have received a bogus e mail claiming to be from my address, I was hacked from who knows where but BT have sorted and cleaned my mail account, so all is well now.
Brummie
Date : 19/10/2013 20:43:20
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mike, Brummie Wilson sent me a couple of photos by email but they don't seem to have apeard on the web site yet. steve parsons
Date : 19/10/2013 02:31:51
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : I hope I am thinking the same as everyone that the photos from Toby (official photographer)do not seem to have materialised.What a shame
Date : 14/06/2013 17:51:46
Name : Mike Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to hear that - hope it's true???
Date : 12/06/2013 20:17:13
Name : mac mcean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : SOME OF YOU MAY HAVE MISSED THIS POST STILL RELEVANT THANK YOU KIND REGARDS MAC
Date : 05/03/2012 05:51:03
Name : MOHAMED ABDULKARIM OMAR OMARAWI
E-mail : omarawi@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : THANKS FOR EVERY THINGS YOU DONE IN (ADEN) WE LOVE YOU .BECAUSE EVERY THING CAME AFTER YOU IN 30/11/1967 WAS BAD & FARE WORSE
OUR MEMORY ABOUT (U.K) IT WILL BE ALWAYS VERY VERY VERY GOOD & EXCELLENT .
A MAN FROM ADEN BORN IN 18/2/1961
PEACE FOR YOU & QUEEN ELIZABETH& U.K
Date : 01/06/2013 00:09:43
Name : Eddie Garwood
E-mail : eddiecommando@virgin media.com
Homepage :
Comments : I SERVED IN ADEN WITH 39 FD SQN AFTER LEAVING ADEN WENT CHATHAM TO DO MY B2 BRICKY COURSETHEN POSTED TO 59 IN SINGAPORE FINISHED MY SERVICE IN 1987 AFTER COMPLETING 23 YEARS SETTLED IN NEW Taff Picton and Roy Haswell cant remember EVERYTHING Another Nco Scouse POTTS
Date : 30/05/2013 07:18:33
Name : jon taylor
E-mail : taylor1970@live.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : neil and bev . thanks for your kind thoughts .i have tried to send a personel email but to no avail . thanks guys . I know my dad would have been proud to have you guys by his side .
Date : 29/05/2013 15:57:28
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody,What a great reunion,,it was great to see everyone again. Nita and I enjoyed it very much. Thank's again to Mike for all his hard work in organising everything and of course Bill for a great disco. We are allready iooking forward to the next one..steve and nita
Date : 28/05/2013 23:46:00
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a great weekend, good to see old mates.
Fantastic venue, great weather.
Thanks to Brummie and Mac and everyone else who made it a weekend to remember.
We will see all at the next one, made some new friends and had a fantastic time.
Date : 28/05/2013 14:40:35
Name : Mike'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to you all and a big thank you to each and everyone who made it such a memorable weekend. I will be sending a note to the hotel to thank them for their input into making our stay such a pleasant one. I hope those of you that were there have seen the group photo's and we will get them posted to this site as soon as we can.
We will start working on the next formal bash for 2015 very soon, so watch this space.
It was sad to learn that Titch Taylor had passed away. Those of you like me who had the pleasure of knowing him will have many tales to tell of the fun we had together. RIP Bob.
Finally, don't forget that I have asked for your memories on your experiences from the day you learnt that 39 was to go to Aden, through the training to deployment and back home again. I will be working then to collate everything into a book which we can publish for all to see on the service you provided to the crown.
Thanks again and keep smiling
Brummie
Date : 28/05/2013 04:47:08
Name : Mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : A sad note I'm afraid, Bob Titch Taylor, passed away some eleven years ago, from an aneurysm. Bob may have been small in stature but a man with a huge heart and full of kindness, was a pleasure to have known you Bob and our belated condolences to the family.
As many of you know I with the help of others have been trying to trace Bob for quite some time so it was bitter sweet to succeed. RIP Bob
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 28/05/2013 04:37:16
Name : Mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : what a great weekend!!! Makes you want to do it more often!!!! A very big thank you to Mike and Chris and to the staff at Ramside an excellent venue. Also many thanks to all that were there hope you thought it was as good as I did.
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 28/05/2013 01:18:18
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : derekemerson328@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a fantastic weekend everything was perfect even the weather what more can you ask.
Thanks Brummie and all who got this reunion together.
Derek & Jill
Date : 27/05/2013 22:08:15
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Good weekend everyone,didn't know everyone but we hope we made a few new friends as well as meeting up with old ones,all the best to everyone and hope to see you all again
Date : 27/05/2013 17:00:28
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Well that went well it was good to see some new faces, even the weather was good to us.
So thanks to Mike & his good ladie the reuion went well,
and I dont think you could fault the venue, so well done to you all for making it a weekend to remember!!!!
Regards Bill Nixon.
Date : 22/05/2013 18:15:39
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Should have read that before I posted it missed out an I hope you got the gist
Date : 22/05/2013 18:12:01
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Can't believe it's nearly here ,seems like 5minutes since Joe Brummie and were in St Asaph talking about the possibilities and now it's here all the best from no glasses Mike
Date : 18/05/2013 15:42:49
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : derekemerson328@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Wont be long now lads looking forward to seeing you all.
Derek & Jill
Date : 17/05/2013 19:46:00
Name : Mike McCormarmack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : 2nd eye done seeing HD vision now I can see clearly now the rain has gone
Date : 04/05/2013 22:10:20
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody, We met up with Pete [tommo] Thomson, Gerry Pugh and Taff Downs [all 1 troop] the other week down in Burton on trent. we had a good laugh. plenty of old memories. sadly they can't come to Durham but Nita and I will be there.see you soon..Steve
Date : 04/05/2013 14:36:36
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : derekemerson328@btinternet.com
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Comments : Well Lads
Wont be long now it will be great to see everyone again , including some new faces . Until then take care and have a safe journey.
Derek Emerson
Date : 04/05/2013 04:01:59
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello everyone,
We are both looking forward to our first reunion.
It will be good to see old mates.
have met up with Mike and Linda McCormack which was good so looking forward to meeting more old friends.
See you all soon.
Date : 04/05/2013 03:42:49
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello everyone,
Looking forward to seeing all at the reunion, it will be good to meet old mates, see you all then.
Bob and Ann.
Date : 18/04/2013 22:01:57
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Just had cataracts removed from left eye double vision is a two edged sword pouring two drinks but only finding one see you all soon
Date : 05/04/2013 16:23:52
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guys,
List looking good, well done Brummie, looking forward to seeing everybody.
Shame about Tom Ryan, where are you Tom, is there anybody passing or near to, to collect, or train handy, or do we need to change a couple of Hameln Rats into horses.
Any mileage here
Date : 03/04/2013 21:31:37
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : hi mike,durham is a bit too far for me to travel now,why aye man, but the mention of tiger beer nearly changed my mind,tiger in the tank and all that !! but have a good reunion and best wishes to all.
Date : 03/04/2013 01:33:23
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hey Tom how come you are not coming?
Date : 02/04/2013 22:58:28
Name : Mike Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : 53 days to go!!
Here you go - the final full list of the lads who will be attending Durham - when you arrive I will be waiting with a bottle of Tiger for each of you!!!!!
Brummie Wilson, John Smits (REME), Joe Milnes, Neil McClean, Taff Picton, Jeff Maund, Andy Andrews, Paddy Minford, Mitch Dunnigan, Derek Emerson,, Derek Willis (Willy REME), Steve Parsons, John Tremble, Johnny Monk, Joe (Paddy) Reid, Mick Cormack, Bob Cooper, Jimmy James, John Moreton, Dave Lindsay, Roy Stainthorpe, Bill (Geordie) Nixon, Keith Ballam,Terry Curtis, Johnny Atkins, Don (Smudge) Smith, Ray Weaver, Tom Hobson, Jim ‘Smiler’ Smiles
Date : 02/04/2013 15:54:22
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I think we will be doing all our talking at the reunion.
Date : 29/03/2013 03:00:05
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : derekemerson328@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I was just thinking the same Tom it has gone quite. Im pleased to see that Jeff Maund is coming to the reunion again this year also Dave Lindsay who cold not make it last time.
I had a visit from Gus Hewitt at the weekend who lives in Bad Rothenfelde. He sends his apoligies he cannot make this years reunion as he is going into hospital for an operation. But if we have another one he will definately attend that. Looking forward to seeing everyone in May.
Best Wishes toyou all
Derek Emerson
Date : 29/03/2013 01:50:01
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : no......... we were all waiting for mike mc,cormack to tell a few jokes !!!!!!!
Date : 28/03/2013 03:42:29
Name : MIke McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Have we all run out of things to say?
Date : 06/02/2013 03:06:08
Name : mike mccormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : This is Chris( I can eat 50 bratwurst)Salmon.
Date : 05/02/2013 16:49:39
Name : Chris Salmon
E-mail : chrissalmon88@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Not a member of 39 but joined 25 as REME VM in 69 tried to send Mike McCormack an email but kept being returned. Good to see the site
Date : 01/02/2013 09:09:43
Name : wavell(paddy) hobson
E-mail : wavell.hobson@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I only found out about the re-union a few days ago, after reading about it in the Legion magazine, have been in contact with brummie and hope to be there.
Date : 30/01/2013 01:51:09
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : I'll tell you all about Scouse Baxx next I ring you Steve
Date : 26/01/2013 21:50:52
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmai.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : dose anyone remember Scouse Bax, or knows what happend to him. ditto eddie [ginger] banks.cheers, steve parsons
Date : 16/01/2013 03:40:03
Name : Dennis Burrows
E-mail : dennis.fishing@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : 15-1-2013
Dennis Burrows
dennis.fishing@talktalk.net
Just posting this to wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year
Luv Dennis & Sylvia
Date : 02/01/2013 21:00:07
Name : Peter Carr_Rickwood
E-mail : yusuf.carrrickwood@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody.
I hope you all had a great Christmas and I wish you all the best for the coming year.
I remember you all very well and have very good memories of my time with 39 Fld Sqn.
I served with the squadron for 6 years from 1963. I was on the MT working as driver, details clerk,POL,servicing and was also a radio operator.
I did basically the same in Aden with the emphasis on POL and servicing.
I remember keeping a camel spider under my bed in a shoe box. Huge starlit skys at night with stars that seemed close enough to touch. Electric storms over the Mountains. The three Somali lads that helped me service the vehicles. they were good lads, constantly on a high from chewing the leaves. Told me lots of stories about their life in Somalia and how they fled to Aden as refugees. I remember driving to the wells to pick up water if they hadn't blown them up and being stoned as we drove through the village.
I remember the time the outdoor cinema screen was shot up one night as we were watching a film. The time the Naafi tent caught fire and the free beers afterwards.
I don't know if any of you remember a group I played with back in Osnabruck called The Gentlemen led by Cpl Jimmy Rogers(PE Instructer and basket ball player) He and Vick Tinsley were top basket ball players. We played a lot in the coroporals mess ,Sgts mess and officer's club and the Sqn club. We also played in venues around Osnabruck and surrounding areas.
When I left the army after my 9 years I returned to Osnabruck to live and work for several years before returning to England to get married.
I'm happy and contented now with a good family and in good health living near Harlow in Essex.
So I hope you all have a good year and maybe I will hear from some of you. It would be nice.
Cheers for now.
Date : 25/12/2012 19:25:24
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
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Comments : the only time of year when officers serve out the plum pudding !!! merry christmas to all.
Date : 24/12/2012 20:42:04
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
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Comments : Linda and I would like to wish all ex 39ers all the best for Christmas and New Year and looking forward to seeing some of you soon.
Date : 23/12/2012 17:43:58
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinernet.com
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Comments : In the words of another Brummie, Noddy Holder, 'Merry Christmas'.
Hope you all have a great xmas and see you in 2013
Brummie
Date : 21/12/2012 19:17:35
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
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Comments : Wishhing everyone a happy christmas and a healthy and prosperous 2013, all the best guys.
Date : 21/12/2012 01:15:55
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Ann and I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a healthy happy new Year.
Date : 20/12/2012 18:17:05
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments : Lin and I would like to wish all 39rs a very happy Christmas and a safe and happy new year
Date : 19/12/2012 05:34:42
Name : john smits (R.E.M.E.)
E-mail : POLYS4COLOR@YAHOO.CO.UK
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Comments : MY WIFE AND I WISH ALL MEMBERS PAST AND PRESENT OF 39 SQDN R.E. A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR.TAKE CARE.
Date : 15/12/2012 21:29:37
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Merry Christmas and a Healthy new year to all 39ers. hope to see you all in May 2013
Date : 14/12/2012 17:55:19
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everyone
Heres wishing all ex 39rs a merry christmas and happy new year. Looking forward to see you next year .
Derek
Date : 10/12/2012 18:05:09
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : A Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to all ex 39 fld sqn, hope to see you at the reuion.
Allthe best, Bill Nixon.
Date : 03/12/2012 22:01:53
Name : Mike 'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All, can anyone remember the date that Jimmy Badenock was killed in the road accident just outside Osnatraz????
Date : 16/11/2012 03:49:40
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : All quiet on the aden front,Steve Parsons marched with the Aden Veterans Association at the Cenotaph last Sunday.Good on you Steve.
Date : 29/09/2012 21:33:40
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.c0o.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Kieth. Ithink i remember you whern't you from the Yorkshire area origonaly. Met up with Gerry Pugh and Pete Thomson [Tommo] last year. get in toutch if you want to .regards Steve parsons.
Date : 12/09/2012 02:42:03
Name : michael potts
E-mail : m.potts@ssesurf.co.uk
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Comments : yotally gobsmacked to find this site. what memories it brings back of such a defining time in all our lives.if anyone is interested in a video of mad mitch in crater go to bbc website and type in Empire Warriors. there is a small bit when we done burial party for twelve men killed in one day.
Date : 15/08/2012 16:55:56
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hoymail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : i have posted some new Aden photo's on the webb site [page 7] regards Steve parsons
Date : 08/08/2012 02:54:47
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Come on Ginge don,t be shy
Date : 06/08/2012 23:24:21
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : My! I wonder if juicy will be at the reunion. Nice to see Ginger on the page - come on Ginger send me an e mail and come along next year.
Hope all you lads ok as it very quiet on the site?
Keep smiling
Date : 25/07/2012 02:32:20
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : There you go Joe,my mentor has turned up at last
Date : 25/07/2012 00:31:23
Name : joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hey Ginge,
Is that the Ginger Minger of plant troop I see on the wires?
Great to see you around, I trust we will meet at the reunion!
Aw Ra best for now
Joe
Date : 30/06/2012 21:58:46
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody, Just been down to the National Memorial Arbouretum for a few days. fond Rocky Price's and Jeff Ince's namesthe wall,very moving.If you have never been it's well worth a visit
Date : 27/06/2012 16:39:29
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Date : 27/06/2012 04:43:55
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
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Comments : Looking good guys late start tomorrow going for an abdominal aortic aneurism screening, sounds good and a freebee from the NHS
Date : 12/06/2012 15:56:24
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : 2013 Reunion
You should now all have recieved the notification of the next do. Please let me know if you are coming and make your bookings/cancellations ASAP. We would like a good turnout if we can
Date : 09/06/2012 18:31:58
Name : Mike'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Reunion
Please all watch your individual mail boxes as I will be sending details of Op 2013 - the next reunion.
Will be over the May Bank Holiday weekend 24 to 26 May 2013 at Durham.
If you have changed your e mail addresses since your last entry on this web page, please let be know ASAP
Date : 03/06/2012 02:53:49
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : If the lads want a seaside reuion why not Scarborough or Bridlington?, thay get less rain in the East.
And thay are not as hard to get too as Llandudno.
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Date : 16/05/2012 19:47:50
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mike
It has gone quite just lately must have gone into hiding. I personally dont mind where we have the next reunion but for those who live south its more difficult. I think it would be better if we had it more central like last time . Perhaps trying somewhere different like you say on the coast perhaps. Look forward to seeing a good turnout again with some of the ex 39rs who missed the last one I still have contact with a couple will try and get them to come this time.
Best wishes
Derek
Date : 15/05/2012 22:06:42
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Come on guys, we need to know what you want for next reunion???? Do you want to go North as geordie Nixon is suggesting or would you prefer somewhere like Bolton or as I suggested llandudno where you can make it a seaside break at the same time?
The choice is yours but if we want to go North then someone up that way will need to step up to the mark for organising. I can do Llandudno or Bolton - but lets have some feed back soon please.
Date : 15/05/2012 17:25:05
Name : Geoff Hibbs (Moonie)
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mac and Bev, sorry to hear that Bev is not very well I know only to well what you must be going through, but you must always think possitive and be strong for each other, Iam glad to hear that Bev is responding well to treatment, keep your chin up.
Hope to make the next reunion.
ATB
Geoff
Date : 13/05/2012 01:54:05
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hey guys, haven,t been on for a while, , Mac m best wishes to your lovely wife and prayers for a speedy recovery, at the moment I,m doubtful for next years reunion, later this year I,m emigrating to the USA and getting married, never thought I,d do that again, I will make it if it,s at all possible but until I get over there and get sorted I won,t know how things will turn out, best wishes to all, Doddsy
Date : 12/05/2012 18:52:33
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Was at 60 sqn reuion Durham, the lads said it was the best and cheapst venue thay have been too.
At Ramside Hall a pint costs £3-75 and a short is £2-45, also food is good.
Thay showed me the room, cant fault them, I would say it tickes all the boxes!!!!!
Regards Bill Nixon.
Date : 05/05/2012 21:47:46
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Arrivederci,off to Italy for a couple of weeks,be in touch when we get back
Date : 29/04/2012 16:54:33
Name : Mick Therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi,
Missed last years re union but am interested in next year's May/JUne
Regards Mick
Date : 28/04/2012 20:59:06
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Had a welcome telephone chat with Mac this morning and Bev is responding well to treatment and I passed on our collective good wishes to her.
On the next reunion, location comments taken on board and will look to see what I can come up with. As for timimg, looks like we shall be going for end of May/beginning of June
Can I ask that you all look at ways of finding more of the lads so we can get an even bigger turnout?
Brummie
Date : 28/04/2012 20:56:50
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All, Bev is continuing with the chemo and thanks everyone for their kind thoughts and wishes. Doesn't complain just gets on with it!! Have spoken to Mike (Wilson) re the REunion and have suggested that as Bill Nixon is going to pop in to Ramside Hotel in Durham to catch up with 60 Sqn's REunion in 2 weeks time, and I have already given it a tick of approval, Bill can do a recce and update on the facilities. Hinckley was great but a long way to travel for the northern part of the UK lads and lassies. However Mike has the baby and I will support anything that he wants to do, and to that end will be passing on every-bodies contact details to him unless I receive anything to the contrary. I am so glad we are not waiting and grateful to the guys that have got it kick started. Bev and I are now officially BOOKED IN for the 2013-39 Field Squadron. RE. ADEN REuion. Find some more faces please. See you there!! Kind REgards Mac
Date : 26/04/2012 15:37:16
Name : Pete (Tommo) Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : agree with Bill Nixon middle of the uk would be better Leeds or Sheffield which as excellant facilities in most of their hotels, the hotels in the canal basin area of Sheffield are very good + very good selection of shops (not forgetting the ladies) all the best hotels are within five minutes walking distance from central sheffield including the train station and bus depot which is served by national express. aiports Sheffield and Doncaster are a taxi drive away and also 5 minutes to central Sheffield from the M1 and A1/M turn offs. Tommo
Date : 25/04/2012 16:46:17
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : March is OK, but thats a long way down.
You have got to remember there were lads in the squdron from Scotland and the north and none of them got to the last reuion!!! so if you think midway, Leeds or Durham is about it.
Regards, Bill Nixon
Date : 25/04/2012 16:03:08
Name : steve [nick] parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : March for the reunion sounds good to me. I have'nt been to one yet, I look forward to it
Date : 25/04/2012 02:16:43
Name : Pete (Tommo) Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : March for reunion ,weather could be a bit dodgy for us in rural locations. Tommo
Date : 24/04/2012 04:09:41
Name : Jay Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mac & Bev
Further to Mike Wilsons post, great wee reunion in the new city of St Asaph, North Wales, theres lovely for you.
We spoke of you Bev, and all of us sincerely hope you are recovering well. All our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Get really well soon.
Jay & Eilidh
Date : 23/04/2012 18:05:03
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all. Had a nice meeting yesterday with Jay Milne and Mike McCormack and one of the many topics was the next reunion. Plan at the moment put forward would be for somewhere around next March in Llandudno - good for airports (Liverpool and Manchester) and good road and rail links. if we go for that time of year we should also be ale to get a good deal with hotels.
Your thoughts please so we can start work
Date : 07/04/2012 17:56:07
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Not been on site for a while and devastated to hear Bev not well Mac. Christine and I send our very best wishes to you both at this time and we shall keep Bev in our thoughts as she gets through this.
While I'm on, hi to all the lads and hope you keeping well.
Brummie
Date : 28/03/2012 21:24:53
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all quick update on Bev treatment is going well only 4 more sessions then radiotherapy. Thanks for your kind words of support and of course the prayers, Bev and I really appreciate the support. Many thanks
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 28/03/2012 17:16:32
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Just had some sad news from George Douglas saying that his brother Jimmy died of a heart attack in June 2011. Any body that played Jimmy at table football new his skills and another good basketball player as well. George his brother would like any photos or information on Jimmy,s time in the RE's. I last saw jimmy in Cyprus in 1972 when he was with the UN hadn,t changed a bit!! So if you have anything please forward to me and I will send on. Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 20/03/2012 02:12:43
Name : Roy and Gill Haswell
E-mail : gill.haswell@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Neil and Bev,
Sorry to hear things aren't to good at the moment. Fingers crossed all will be well. Keep up your spirits Bev, Love Gill and Roy
Date : 16/03/2012 03:41:38
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : HI Mac,SO sorry to hear about Bev,had computer reformatted and with one thing and another it has been nearly two weeks.Thinking of you both at this difficult time.Wishing you all the best from Mike and Linda
Date : 16/03/2012 03:31:53
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Sorry to hear about Bev not been on the web site alot computer been playing up. Hope everything goes ok for Bev Jill and I are thinking of you and in our prayers. Love to you both.
Derek & Jill Emerson xx
Date : 12/03/2012 17:54:05
Name : Mick Lavery
E-mail : mrlavery1@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Enjoyed visiting your website. Great selection of photos and memories. I was a Cpl. with 10 Field Squadron (Airfields) RE and served in Aden between 1965 and 1967 so I can closely identify with 39 Squadron and the great work you did in difficult conditions.
We have had some mini reunions of ex Aden 10 Squadron lads and it´s great to see the Sapper spirit and sense of comaradeship and humour is still very much alive.
Ubique! Mick Lavery, originally from Falmouth, Cornwall and living in Düsseldorf, Germany now.
Date : 11/03/2012 05:03:48
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello Mac, sorry to hear about Bev, Ann and I will be praying and thinking of you both hoping for a speedy recovery.
Date : 09/03/2012 05:34:38
Name : john and jean smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Really sorry to here about Bev our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family love from j&j smits.
Date : 09/03/2012 03:26:18
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Mac,
Really sorry to hear about Bev, I sincerely hope she is coming thro, this thing. We love you lots and we wish you a great speedy recovery.
Date : 07/03/2012 22:47:04
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Neal, Sorry to here about Bev, I hope she gets better soon. WE are going through the same thing with my brother the webb site has been great for me, Iam in toutch with 5 ex 39ers. Take care of yourselfes, Steve
Date : 07/03/2012 16:46:41
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL, THANKS FOR KEEPING THE COMMENTS GOING ON THE WEB SITE MUCH APPRECIATED. HAVING SEEN SOME COMMENTS WHICH WERE NOT IN THE SPIRIT I HAVE HAD THEM REMOVED. BEV IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING CHEMO AND THIS HAS CAUSED A HUGE DISRUPTION TO OUR LIVES AND THE CANCELLATION OF MANY EVENTS WHICH WE WOULD NORMALLY PARTICIPATE SO APOLOGIZE FOR THINGS NOT HAPPENING AND, AS MANY OF YOU WOULD BE AWARE, BEV IS THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND MOST THINGS 'MAC' WISE. WE HOPE AND TRUST THAT WE WILL BE BACK ON TRACK LATER ON IN 2012 AND BE BACK UP TO SPEED SOON AFTER AND I CAN DEVOTE SOME TIME BACK ON THE WEBSITE ETC. STILL LOOKING FOR BOB AND PAULINE TAYLOR. PLEASE ALL TAKE CARE AND LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU, CHEERS MAC
SOON
Date : 05/03/2012 05:51:03
Name : MOHAMED ABDULKARIM OMAR OMARAWI
E-mail : omarawi@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : THANKS FOR EVERY THINGS YOU DONE IN (ADEN) WE LOVE YOU .BECAUSE EVERY THING CAME AFTER YOU IN 30/11/1967 WAS BAD & FARE WORSE
OUR MEMORY ABOUT (U.K) IT WILL BE ALWAYS VERY VERY VERY GOOD & EXCELLENT .
A MAN FROM ADEN BORN IN 18/2/1961
PEACE FOR YOU & QUEEN ELIZABETH& U.K
Date : 01/03/2012 03:17:31
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Today I did something I will never do again,that is to work on February the 29th
Date : 29/02/2012 04:24:32
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : think you,ve got the wrong website luv
Date : 22/02/2012 21:24:46
Name : Eric Paddy Whitla
E-mail : eswhitla@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to see the pictures, I was 24 Fld Sqn 64/65 we built a fair bit of Anzio lines, we then went upcountry to Al Milah built the initial camp there. Went back in 67 to 10 Airfields, then up to Sharjah. cheers
Date : 22/02/2012 17:29:24
Name : steve [nick] parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : hi all ex 39rs .Anybody know the whereabouts of Pete Yoxall, Eddie[ginger] Banks .If anybody dose Iwould be greatfull if you could let me know,ta
Date : 18/02/2012 04:04:05
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Sorry Joe,It gets my goat when people use the site to slag people off,if they have issues they should have been sorted at the time.
Date : 18/02/2012 01:01:30
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hello to one and all, trust you have all had a good start to the new year, I have extracted from Basrah, spent some great time with Our Son in Bavaria, lots of Bratwurst and Beer!
Back in UK now, organising for the adventure.
Note for Mac up road in Wigan, can't win em all buddy. Time we had a social meet, lets see if Brummie Wilson in wales, and Paul Habron in Blackpool are looking in, and we can get a fixture sorted. My place in Winterley, Cheshire is open house to anyone who can make it.
Stay safe and well ya all.
Date : 16/02/2012 04:06:59
Name : mike mccormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Can,t believe you what part of in ADEN do you not understand some tossers in this world
Date : 01/01/2012 22:11:31
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Happy New Year to all old comrades and their families, have a safe and healthy 2012 and beyond.
Date : 28/12/2011 21:25:22
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Spain,here we come, hasta la vista babies.Going to London Friday,calling in at the National Monument on the way home Saturday,leaving for the airport 2am Sunday morning.Wishing you all eveything good for the New Year.
Date : 27/12/2011 22:43:42
Name : michael potts
E-mail : m.potts@ssesurf.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : swell.
Date : 25/12/2011 07:33:42
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : a peaceful christmas to all who served in the winkelhausen-kaserne,and endured the crow bar,the pit and the brocky stall.bratwurst mit pomfrits anyone ?
Date : 25/12/2011 05:26:09
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI all Bev and I would like to wish one and all and their families and loved ones a Very Merry Christmas and Health and Happiness for 2012 and always. Were getting there slowly but a few hickups along the way, keep posting the comments, its great to see. Cheers for now. Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 24/12/2011 12:44:11
Name : Ray Weaver
E-mail : raymondjohn773@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Wishing you all a Joy filled Blessed Christmas and a Happy prosperous 2012. It was really great to see so many old friends at Hinckley. Ray and Jacky Weaver
Date : 24/12/2011 04:38:58
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Just like to wish you a very happy Christmass and a very lucky and peaceful new year
from John and Lin Noonan
Date : 23/12/2011 19:36:52
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to all,wishing you all the best for you and your loved ones for Christmas and New Year
Date : 23/12/2011 19:18:48
Name : Taff & Wendy Picton
E-mail : wenjax21@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Merry Christmas to all 39ers past and present and a Happy New Year. Looking forward to the next Reunion. Take care all
Taff & Wendy Picton (Lanzarote)
Date : 22/12/2011 18:53:00
Name : Mike ' Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Well here we are agiain at another Christmas and brings back memories of my last xmas with 39 when I got lumbered with duty NCO on xmas eve! Had a few laughs with many that night, me sober and they all very merry!
It was great to see you all at Hinkley but it was sad to hear many of the names of guys who alas had left us and I think of them now as I write.
To happier matters, can I wish all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and may 2012 bring all you can ask of it.
Very best wishes, Brummie
Date : 14/12/2011 01:15:55
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Everyone
Just want to wish you all amerry christmas and happy new year. Hope to see you all again soon and afew more next time.
Derek & Jill Emerson
Date : 11/12/2011 23:53:03
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hello to one and all,
Here's wishing you all the best for the coming festive season and the new year.
Hope to see some of you again soon. I am in Germany for Crimble, no, not in Osnatraz. Bavaria.
Stay safe and well
Date : 11/12/2011 18:56:09
Name : Mick Therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to all, have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year and keep safe
Date : 11/12/2011 04:36:14
Name : Jim Meehan
E-mail : jim.meehan@virginmedia.com
Homepage : 39 Fld Sqd
Comments : First time I have been on this site but it is nice to see and brings back memorys. I was in from 1967 to 1970 befor being casservacked back home to UK and out of service.
Germany, the Winklehause , Norway and even Hameln bring back fond memories. I s"Smille" from 2 troop still about? Or mabey some one else that is in Lancashire and remembers me?
Hope to hear from someone soon,
Jim Meehan
Date : 11/12/2011 02:10:04
Name : Peter Carr-Rickwood
E-mail : yusuf.carrrickwood@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Greetings to you all.
I wish everyone from 39 Field Squadron and their loved ones a really great Christmas and hope the New Year will bring you happiness,contentment and good health.
I raise a toast to you all.
Date : 10/12/2011 22:27:55
Name : steve parsons
E-mail : kinsleysp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to wish all ex 39 sqn members a merry xmas and a happy new year
Date : 09/12/2011 19:27:07
Name : Tony "brummie" Ridding
E-mail : tony.ridding@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guys, It was really great to see everyone that turned up for the re-union. Especially Dennis Burrows, Roy Haswell, Joe Reid, Paul Harbon all from 3 troop fantastic. I've finally had to retire from work and although my illness is under control its left its problems. Bill Nixon I have emailed you so check your spam you old git!! Also great to see the REME boys plant ops, brummie wilson, mac and everyone else. Tommo hope to get together soon.
Happy Christmas and a great new year to you all.
Brummie Ridding
Date : 08/12/2011 22:16:49
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to wish all ex 39 Field Squadron a Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year.
Date : 03/12/2011 20:58:28
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to wish all 39FLD SQN a merry christmas and a happy new year.
best wishes Bill Nixon
Date : 01/12/2011 18:06:00
Name : ROY HASWELL
E-mail : gill.haswell@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : Just to let you all know that I visited Westminster Abbey Feild of Remeberance and placed a cross, on behalf of all who served in 39 Fld Sqn RE 1967,in rememberance of Rocky Price and Jeff Ince, who we sadly lost during our tour in 1967. I've posted a couple of photo's.
Hope all are getting on okay and we wish you all a Happy Christmas and a Great New Year. Keep in touch.
Roy and Gill Haswell
Date : 01/12/2011 03:59:09
Name : Bob Coopper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Been in contact with Joe Milnes and Mac Mccormack, great to hear from you, looking forward to finding more old comrades, does anyone know the whereabouts of Hank Fell.
I will keep in touch.
Great memories of our times together also some sad ones.
Date : 23/11/2011 04:00:39
Name : Bob Cooper
E-mail : jbhercooper@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : 39 Field Squadron.
Plant Troop.
Will look for some pictures when i was in Aden
Date : 09/11/2011 17:17:16
Name : steve[nick] parsons
E-mail : parsonss64@yahoo.com.my
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Bryce,I have just read your comment on the 39sqn webb site .I remember tony downes and Jack illingworth very well. I dont know if you remember me I was in 1 troop ..Rocky Prices section ,take care...
Date : 09/11/2011 02:55:30
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Down in Caernafon this weekend so will be attending remembrance Sunday down there
Date : 07/11/2011 05:50:49
Name : bryce forrest
E-mail : b.forrest477@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : i served in 1troop with tony downes and jack illingworth
Date : 25/10/2011 19:50:43
Name : Mike 'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Sorry been so quiet lately. Our young dog died and we have been out and about a lot. I will get round to adding some more picture soon, but off looking after family matters in peterboro tomorrow and new grandaughter due to make appearance very soon, so a busy few weeks ahead.
Hope you ll keeping well and Joe safe in Basra.
Keep smiling all
Brummie
Date : 03/10/2011 16:38:33
Name : steve [nick]parsons
E-mail : parsonss64@yahoo.com.my
Homepage :
Comments : me ,Gerry Pugh,Pete[tommo]Thomson, [and wifes ] have just had a great weekend just out side \nuneaton. thanks agian lads,
Date : 30/09/2011 17:01:29
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : What going on with this site, have you all popped your cloges.
The reunion must have been a shock to you all.
It was good to see you Brummie (Ridding) even though you just came to pick on me, I thought you were going to be there for the night.
So come on lads where have you all gone.
Bill Nixon
Date : 01/09/2011 04:00:12
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : To Bob Hindley ,Tallking to Joe Milnes,he said you lived in Norwich,just been there this weekend ,wish I had known beforehand, we could have met up
Date : 27/08/2011 01:59:56
Name : Jay Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hey Mike,
It's Joe coming at you from Downtown Basra, Iraq.
I get your point, however it often happens post reunions, when people have not seen each other for a long time.
At the time it is fantastic to see people, and how they have faired. They have however well defined lives, and situations, partners, wives, mature families etc. They take a few days out of that lifetime to revisit a slot in time, which they had drawn a veil over, selectively forgotten.
It was a very emotional time for people, some more than others, and more than most would admit.
The post reaction is one of one of quiet reflection for some time, for most.
in awhile the guys will come back to it, and get back to the promises they made to keep in contact. You also have to accept the fact that, some people will not resurface, the reasons are various, and there perogative. Lets hope they few, and wish them health and happiness.
I will be in Oz next month, may not get to see Mac, will call him.I will be back home in December, we will touch base, and go to Blackpool to see Paul Harbron. Meantime, stay safe and well Mike, have a pie for me next time you are on Wigan pier.
Date : 25/08/2011 02:37:43
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : was the re-union that good that everyone has gone into hibernation?
Date : 02/08/2011 19:08:14
Name : Steve [nick] Parsons
E-mail : parsonss64@yahoo.com.my
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody, I had a visit from Mike Macormack on Saturday.[he drove over to yorkshirefrom lancashire] We went out for a pint and had a natter, it was just like old times.All the memories came flooding back. Had agreat time .Thanks again Mike.......
Date : 11/07/2011 14:54:00
Name : Barry - Webmaster
E-mail : photos@39fldsqnreaden.com
Homepage :
Comments : There is a Report by Neil on the Hinckley REunion on the Website. Just click on the REunion link on the Home Page
MAC
Date : 07/07/2011 20:24:42
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL BACK IN AUSSIE PUTTING EVERYTHING TOGETHER FOR THE WEB SITE ANY PHOTOS YOU HAVE OF THE REUNION PLEASE FORWARD ASAP AND WE WILL USE ALL WE CAN THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE 2014 IS A BLINK AWAY SO GET IN TOUCH WITH ALL OUR OLD MATES YOU CAN.SO NO EXCUSES,WILL LAUNCH OUR NEXT ONE SHORTLY HAVE HAD SO MANY REQUESTS TO HAVE IT IN AUSTRALIA, WELL ONE ACTUALLY, BUT ITS TOO CLOSE TO HOME, SO BACK TO GOOD OLD MOTHER GB I GUESS THANKS FOR ALL YOUR VERY POSITIVE COMMENTS CHEERS
KIND REGARDS
MAC
Date : 23/06/2011 02:30:21
Name : TERRY ROBSON
E-mail : ROBSONBLUE@TALKTALK,NET
Homepage :
Comments : Steve Parson put me in touch with the site we sometimes have a pint together and try to remember things.Staniforth was best man at my wedding.met illingworth on a cruise(not got any better looking).Don't think i'd have reconised many from the reunion,only Jack Bramham as met him later(do you remember going on my scooter for our C E course? ) Have some emails from some of you i will reply! GLAD you had a good time terry.
Date : 22/06/2011 02:50:01
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to all,looks like the re-union was a big success,a great pity we could not be there,but these things cannot be helped sometimes,here,s hoping there will be another soon,best wishes to all.Mike Mac.
Date : 21/06/2011 17:55:28
Name : DEREKemerson
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mac & Bev
Once again Jill and I would like to thank you both for getting all the the old comrades back together what a great weekend.
Hopefully the next one we can find afew more who did,nt make this one . See again soon.
Derek & Jill
Date : 10/06/2011 00:39:14
Name : jack and josie
E-mail : claymore3@sky.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a wonderful weekend reunion. It was great to see everyone. A special thank you to Neil(Mac) and Bev for organising such a fantastic event. Best wishes from Jack and Josie.
Date : 07/06/2011 15:09:13
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all yes john that is Nick(steve) Parsons and Nick has sent in some more, but collating them all is going to take a little time but will do my best. cheers
Mac
Date : 07/06/2011 04:39:54
Name : John Tremble
E-mail : John@midiman.wanadoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : hi Nick, is that you standing with Staniforth on Page 3 ? I think it is but not sure. Anyway good to hear from you again. With any luck we will have a few more at the next reunion.
Date : 06/06/2011 20:54:26
Name : steve [ nick] parsons
E-mail : parsonss64@yahoo.com.my
Homepage :
Comments : I have just been looking at the photos of the reunion. You all looked to have had a good time, I wish Icould have been there. I remember Pete Thompson and Gerry Pugh very well.I wonder if they remember me.If any of you would like to get in toutch for chat please e.mail or call on 0113 2559507 I was in 1 troop [take care all] steve
Date : 04/06/2011 18:53:57
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I did not expect things to be on line so soon, what can I say, you have said it all!! a job well done.
Looking forward to the next one, hope its soon.
Regards Bill Nixon.
Date : 04/06/2011 02:14:36
Name : John Smits R.E.M.E.
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Bev.&Mac thank you both firstly for bringing the lads together .It was great to see that we all look just like we did in 1967.It was great for us ex Sappers to be sprs again for the wonderful Reunion .Thank you again Bev & Mac and you helpers.Cheers J.Smits
Date : 03/06/2011 00:10:19
Name : taff picton
E-mail : wenjax21@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : many thanks to Neil and Bev for making it a special weekend for a lot of people. It was great to catch up with so many old friends from 1967. We look forward to the next one. Make it soon.
Taff and Wendy Picton
Date : 02/06/2011 05:01:51
Name : Roy Bloor
E-mail : sixtysqn@hotmail.com
Homepage : www.60squadronvets.co.uk
Comments : Neil Bev, just read all the comments from your first REunion. Sounds like you guys had a ball. I am dead chuffed that it all went so well for all 39 Sqn Aden Vets.
Congratulations to you all.
REgards Roy and Carol Bloor
Secretary/Founder 60 Sqn Maidstone Veterans
Date : 01/06/2011 20:36:24
Name : Mitch Dunigan
E-mail : mitch.dunigan@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Sheila & I would like to say thanks to Neil & Bev for organising a great reunion. We would also like to thank everyone else for coming and making it the weekend it was. I hope we all get the opportunity to meet again in the not too distant future.
All the best from Sheila & Mitch to all of you.
Date : 01/06/2011 19:29:57
Name : Joe reid
E-mail : jandereid@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Many congrats to Neil and Bev for bringing together
the lads from 39 I look forward to the next reunion
hope its not too far in the future a fantastic weekend
was had by one and all
Date : 01/06/2011 03:17:28
Name : Roy and Gill Haswell
E-mail : gill.haswell@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a great weekend! Thanks to Bev and Neil for all their hard work, making it such a great success.So many memories brought back to life. Great to meet up with so many old friends after all these years. Mustn't leave it so long next time!!!
All the best to one and all, Roy and Gill
Date : 01/06/2011 02:10:17
Name : Henry Diamond
E-mail : hlegs11@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : A super weekend and many thanks to Mac & Bev for making it so. My wife and I were really impressed with it all and have already booked in for the next reunion. Thanks to all who came and all who could'nt make it but sent their wishes. A weekend to remember for years to come.
Date : 31/05/2011 16:34:20
Name : macMCLEAN
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : THANK YOU TO EVERYBODY THAT ATTENDED THE 2011 OP HINCKLEY AND TO THOSE THAT COULD NOT, WE MISSED YOU. THANK YOU TO THE PEOPLE THAT HAVE POSTED SUCH LOVELY COMMENTS. MIKE WILSON, MIKE CONROY,TAFF PICTON,ROY HASWELL AND GENIA CONROY FOR ALL DOING THEIR BIT TO MAKE THINGS GO WELL, AND THE STAFF AT HINCKLEY ISLAND HOTEL FOR ALL THE EFFORT THAT MADE THE WEEKEND A SUCCESS. IAN SMITH OUR DJ FOR THE FINALE,
"HURRAH FOR THE CRE" BRILLIANT!! TO ANITA AND SARAH FOR MAKING ALL THE DECORATIONS AND LYNNE FOR COORDINATING FUNDS. LASTLY TO BEV FOR PUTTING UP WITH ALL MY TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS, THANK YOU CHEERS
KIND REGARDS
MAC
Date : 30/05/2011 20:49:34
Name : George Turner
E-mail : georgeathome1714@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Many thanks to neil and Bev for a fantastic reunion a lot of snow on many heads but still recognised a lot of the ex members of the sqn. I would like to wish you well on yur return to OZ thanks again for a great time. George (Jock) Turner
Date : 30/05/2011 20:35:18
Name : Peter (TOMMO) Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Barbara and me would like to thank you all for makeing it a great weekend,special thanks to Neil and Bev for all the hard work they have done.
Tommo
Date : 30/05/2011 20:17:42
Name : joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : To echo all the below post regarding Op Hinkley, what a cracking looking collection of people on the new picture post. It was fantastic to see everyone, the reflections where really something. A very big thank you to Neil and Bev, terrific job. I hope it is a pre cursor to finding/locating others for another get together in the near future. Stay safe and well, hope to see you all again soon.
Date : 30/05/2011 19:01:37
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Like all of us, I would thank Bev and Mac for a great weekend and I think we also owe a big thanks to Stuart, our photographer for all his work during the weekend.
It was great to see you all and good to see all of you looking so well. Lets not leave it too long before we do it again as time marches on!
Take care all and thanks to each one of you for making it such a great weekend.
Brummie - keep in touch
Date : 30/05/2011 08:15:28
Name : Barry - Webmaster
E-mail : photos@39fldsqnreaden.com
Homepage :
Comments : The first group photo now posted to the site - access via the Home Page
Date : 30/05/2011 01:44:12
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : What a great weekend it was nice to see such agood turnout . Jill and I would like to thank Mac and Bev for doing a fantastic job organising the reunion and making it a memorable one .
Derek and Jill xx
Date : 30/05/2011 01:20:34
Name : John Tremble
E-mail : John@midiman.wanadoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Many thanks to Mac and Beverley for all the hard work they put in to making this very special re-union a great succes. Lets hope we can gather a few more of the lads (and lasses) for the next one!
Date : 29/05/2011 22:18:44
Name : gerry pugh
E-mail : gerry.pugh12@virginmedia.com
Homepage :
Comments : just to thank everyone[especially Mac and Bev] for making it such a great reunion my wife and me had a really great time and it brouht back so many memories. hope to see you all sometime in the future,gerry pugh.
Date : 27/05/2011 08:09:38
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all Bev and I are staying at the Hinckley island hotel trying to iron out a few last wrinkles but looking forward to Friday, Travel safe please people, Brummie Ridding is going to drop in as is Dennis Burrows well done lads see you soon Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 17/05/2011 22:50:09
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : ALF LISTER WAS 80 ON THE 1 MAY 2011 AND I WOULD LIKE TO CONVEY THE VERY BEST WISHES ON BEHALF OF ALL 39 ADEN VETS. STILL A GREAT GUY WITH A WONDERFUL GENEROUS NATURE HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALF MANY MORE TO COME OUR LOVE TO JUNE AND THE FAMILY
BEV AND NEIL
Date : 08/05/2011 00:10:07
Name : Mike'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to hear from you Ray. I am with North Wales Police, at least I am for another 12 working days! Hinkley will be a great retirement do for me as well as seeing all the old faces again.
Not long now lads.
Date : 06/05/2011 14:19:36
Name : Ray Weaver
E-mail : raymondjohn773@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : It is now only 3 weeks to go until the great weekend I am sure we will have and am sure it will be great success. It is great to see so many of us being able to make it. Jacky and I are really looking forward to seeing you all. It is good to see that I am not the only ex-bobby what force were you with Brummie I was with North Yorks. Take care you all until we meet. regards Ray and Jacky
Date : 04/05/2011 20:57:26
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to see young Mr Noonan entry. We all staying quiet as Joe says, but once the gargle starts flowing and the lamps swinging no doubt there will be much said!
I am working my ticket with the police now- only 13 more working days to go and retirement at last after 49 years as a workslave! Then 3 days later we all get together and the memories start flooding back. See you all soon, Best regards, Brummie
Date : 03/05/2011 19:37:17
Name : JOHN NOONAN
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments :
LOOKING FOREWARD TO REUNION LIVEING IN GOSPORT HANTS ANYONE THAT LIVES IN THIS AREA THAT MIGHT OR MIGHT NOT NEED A LIFT PLEASE LET ME KNOW
Date : 03/05/2011 02:05:04
Name : joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Dereck,
Yes it has been quiet on the blog of late, I guess guys must be saving it for the reunion weekend, not long now.
I am looking forward to it with some intrepidation.
Date : 26/04/2011 22:52:26
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Everyone
Its gone quite on the guestbook thought there would be afew comments on the reunion next month .
My wife and I are both looking forward to meeting long lost comrades from 39.
That goes for Jeff and Sheila Maund who we met up with last year along with Dave and Sue Lindsay after 42 years .
Jeff and Sheila will be attending the reunion in May but Dave and Sue cannot make it I am sorry to say .
See you all soon
Derek & Jill Emerson
Date : 20/04/2011 02:16:27
Name : George Turner
E-mail : g.turner@sterlingsafety.org
Homepage :
Comments : Enjoyed my browse down memory lane. Good to see what people look like now. Will try and dig out some more history of 39 as I did go there twice and ended up in the same bunk, on the same floor and the same troop. My name engraved in the putty on th window.
George Turner
Date : 17/04/2011 21:36:16
Name : Peter (Tommo) Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to all ex 39fld sqn met up with my old mate Gerry Pugh at the Barcello Hinckley Gerry me and our wives had a lovely pre reunion just to let you all know food good hotel good and beer /lager excelant (and the bacardi & cokes) see you all soon--[-Tommo
Date : 17/04/2011 16:39:48
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL HAVE JUST SPENT THE WEEKEND IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA WITH ALF LISTER AND NIGEL LACEY PRACTISING FOR THE REUNION AND WHAT A GREAT TIME WE HAD, THEY CAN'T BE THERE NEXT MONTH BUT BOTH SEND THERE VERY BEST WISHES TO ALL EX 39 GUYS AND THERE FAMILIES AND ALSO TO ALL CURRENT SAPPERS AND THERE FAMILIES. WE HAD A GREAT DINNER AT THE HILTON IN ADELAIDE ON SATURDAY AND DRANK UNTIL GONE 2 SUNDAY MORNING, NOT BAD WITH A COMBINED AGE OF ALMOST 211 YEARS AMONGST THE 3 OF US, HAVE TO SHAKE THE SAND OUT OF OUR BOOTS NOW THO, AND THE GIRLS CAN TAKE OUT THERE EAR PLUGS SEE YOU ALL SOON KIND REGARDS
MAC
Date : 27/03/2011 06:22:12
Name : alan kaemena (big k)
E-mail : alan.kaemena@btopenworld.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Loved looking at your home page.I myself served in Aden Mar-oct 67 with 60 Fd SQN RE
Date : 25/03/2011 10:00:40
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL IF ANYBODY FOR WHAT EVER REASON CAN'T DO THE WHOLE WEEKEND BUT WANTS TO ATTEND PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL DO MY BEST TO ACCOMODATE. BILL NIXON IS LOOKING TO SHARE WITH SOME ONE SO THAT TAKES THE WHOLE WEEKEND BACK TO HALF PRICE. PLEASE LET ME KNOW CHEERS
KIND REGARDS
MAC
Date : 16/03/2011 14:11:22
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL TIME IS GETTING SHORT FOR THE REUNION SO IF YOU CAN MAKE IT PLEASE DROP ME A LINE AS I CAN STILL GET MORE ROOMS. IF IT HELPS I CAN PUT A CREDIT CARD, VISA OR MASTERCARD, THROUGH MY BUSINESS BUT IT WILL APPEAR IN AUSSIE DOLLARS AND I DONT KNOW WHAT EXCHANGE RATE ETC WILL BE CHARGED BUT I WOULD DO MY BEST. SO COME ON GUYS GET YOUR FINGERS OUT!!!!
Date : 14/03/2011 09:08:04
Name : Barry - Webmaster
E-mail : photos@39fldsqnreaden.com
Homepage :
Comments : We have a new page with photographs that I have received without captions. Click on "More Information Please" on the Home page. Send any helpful infomation to photos@39fldsqnreaden.com. Please remember that all photos sent in require a caption, even a small one
Date : 14/03/2011 08:11:00
Name : Barry - Webmaster
E-mail : photos@39fldsqnreaden.com
Homepage :
Comments : There is now a page for this. Click on "What do they look like now" on the Home page. Send in your photo now to photos@39fldsqnreaden.com.
Date : 13/03/2011 00:16:48
Name : Mike'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Can all who are coming to Hinkley submit a recent photo so we can recognise each other? I know I have changed a bit and not just round the waistline!!
Date : 11/03/2011 23:55:08
Name : mick therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : some great new photo's by andy andrews and others, remember most of the characters in the pics!
Date : 09/03/2011 19:22:24
Name : dave [paddy] glennie
E-mail : davidglennie@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : is it really 44 years since aden its very hard to belive. I was signals cpl in 39 sqn 1965 to 1968 some great memories some sad ones its hard to belive ian scott has passed away. I have just found the site thanks to THE SAPPER great idea will get back later
Date : 09/03/2011 00:49:27
Name : Tony "Brummie" Ridding
E-mail : tony.ridding@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Not the Yoxall I knew either. Great lad, could smoke 2 capstan full strength, first thing in the morning without putting his head above the sheets!! Trust evryones ok.
Brummie
Date : 08/03/2011 18:47:05
Name : Mike Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Is this the Brad who was my corporal and help me celebrate my 21st at Habilayn? Came from Stoke? If it's you Brad I will post a picture I have of you sitting on an APC.
Not the Yoxall I knew either, he was a good lad and a bunch of laughs. I remeber him on parade at Osnatraz getting windy when a wasp was buzzing around his face.
Date : 07/03/2011 01:21:33
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Not the Pete Yoxall I knew
Date : 06/03/2011 07:44:31
Name : Peter Bradley
E-mail : gizok@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : was in 39 from june 65 to late 68.
some really great guys to serve with
Date : 22/02/2011 02:54:12
Name : bill mckenzie 24001920 sapper
E-mail : billymckenzie0@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : i served in the royal engineers the last 9 months in 1967
i drove the o.c, about aden iam now 65 yrs old i would like to hear from anyone who was there thanks
Date : 06/02/2011 05:31:15
Name : Russell Turner
E-mail : 60sqnre@60squadronvets.co.uk
Homepage : www.60squadronvets.co.uk
Comments : My name is Russell Turner webmaster and ex sapper of 60 Squadron RE Invicta Park, Maidstone.
Please come and visit our site, you may find someone you know.
Russ
Date : 02/02/2011 11:21:14
Name : Shela
E-mail : shelaismech@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : This is sucha postive sight, i was thinking of setting up something similar myself. thanks!
Date : 28/01/2011 20:34:51
Name : Alec Holloway
E-mail : alec@annalec.freeserve.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everyone , Roy told me of the site, and ,I know Iv`e only got round to writing. I have sent some photos to Barry hopefully he will put them on lster.Will always remember Rocky & Jeff Ince,gone but not forgotten.looking at the pics of 3tp boys brought back lots of memories the names now fit the pictures.Brommie Wilson will remember the ferrets in osnabruck,and the walk in the Blackforrest.With Paddy and Bill on the tipper run to the docks, and racing back!Though I`m retired and not to fit, it`s nice to see Ridding, Staniforth,Dennis B, Derek emerson, Joe Read,Ginge, Paddy Coyl ,Fred Gammon, Taff Picton ..Hope you like the copter pic taff.Well thanks for bringing back the memory big Roy, Keep going Alf All the best to those I can`t remember andto those I can Alec...
Date : 28/01/2011 14:42:18
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage : www.39fldsqnreaden.com
Comments : OK to help with the names of the guys in the squadron photograph I now have it on disc so email me with your home address and I will be happy to send you a copy, and you can enlarge it to your hearts content and then email me with the names so that I may cross reference and confirm. Start with front row on the left Jeff Hibbs, Hank Fell etc. as you look at it, back to row 6 at the back. Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 26/01/2011 17:02:40
Name : Alf Lewin
E-mail : alfl@lantic.net
Homepage :
Comments : I was there with 30 Sqn. and left just before you got there.
Date : 14/01/2011 13:08:00
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage : 39fldsqnreaden.com
Comments : Ok guys these are the ones that are currently registered to attend OP Hinkley so get on the phone get on the computer and please help find the missing lads let me know and I will do my very best Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Mike Conroy, Joe Milnes. Taff Picton, Harry Diamond, Joe Reid, Paul Harbron, Jeff Maund, Ray Weaver, Brian Dodds, Mike Wilson, John Tremble, Will Willis, Mitch Dunigan, Bill Minford, John Smits, Jerry Pugh, Derek Emerson, Jack Bramham, Roy Haswell Mac Mclean and Stuart Mclean, my brother, who attended the wounded at RAF Steamer Point Hospital after the ambush. I have not put partners names but most of the guys are attending with their better halfs. Possibles are Nigel Lacey, Miff Tuck, Miles Green, Jeff Scott Ian’s son. Apologies from Pete Carr-Rickwood, Derek Flippance, Frank Cooper
Date : 03/01/2011 18:42:59
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello all ex 39
Just want to wish everyone a happy new year . Look forward to seeing you all at the reunion in May.
Derek & Jill Emerson
Date : 31/12/2010 11:51:29
Name : Barry (Webmaster)
E-mail : photos@39fldsqnreaden.com
Homepage :
Comments : A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all the contributors to the website. If anyone has any photographs that I could put up on the website please email them with suitable captions to photos@39fldsqnreaden.com and I will add them to the website (but I don't usually do it straight away!)
Date : 26/12/2010 19:34:31
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Merry Christmas to all and spare a thought for others less fotunate
Date : 26/12/2010 15:54:07
Name : dennis burrows
E-mail : dennis.fishing@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Nice to see Alf Lister still going strong, he was my mentor in early 1965 and his best lesson was"do it by the book and don't cut corners" this stood me in good stead all my army life. Thanks Alf.
Date : 26/12/2010 01:58:51
Name : dennis burrows
E-mail : dennis.fishing@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : We should all spare a thought at Christmas for the fallen, there but for the grace of god.
Date : 25/12/2010 08:14:55
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : I would like to take the opportunity to thank Barry Ross for the web site. Please send all piccys to Barry WITH captions if possible. Many thanks Mac
Date : 25/12/2010 07:49:21
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Bev and I would like to wish a very Merry Christmas and health and happiness to all of you and yours. Looking forward to May 2011 and seeing you all at Hinckley
Date : 24/12/2010 22:54:38
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : John and Linn Noonan would like to wish all the lads from 39 sqn a very happy xmass and a lucky new year see you at reunion
Date : 22/12/2010 04:41:01
Name : john smits
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : heres wishing you all a very merry Christmas and a h appy New year regards J smits REME
Date : 21/12/2010 21:54:56
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi, can anyone remember the names of the lads that took the aircon units to the docks on the tippers? I can only remember Paddy Elder and myself but there was more of us. I think that I have a photo of 1 troop, havend found it yet. On the plant troop photo that is me next to Jimmy Cross. Bill
Date : 20/12/2010 23:48:44
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Very nice words Alf, I have similar thoughts and memories of our time in Aden. Many young mens lives were shaped and forged on the Anvils of Whaddi 's Lossum, and Mahtla.
No doubt I will not see yourself at the reunion, but, I am looking forward to seeing many others.
Does anyone know the status/whereabouts of Bob Port.
Date : 20/12/2010 23:33:59
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Plant troop photo page 5, come on Brummie, Capt Tuck!
everybody knows he was a Fat Friar, and 2/ic to the Green Archer, Tree Troop, Sherwood Foresters, now Mercians.
It is Major George Thompson RE in the pic, Plant Tp Cdr and QM.
Date : 19/12/2010 20:39:46
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : The phot on page 5 of plant troop - is the captain Tuck? I have a vauge memory of driving a young Haswell in my ferret at Hamalin and seem to remember putting him off my driving by going into a spin?? or does my memory decieve me?
Can I wish you all a very Hapy christmas and may 2011 bring all we can ask of it. See you at Hinkley I hope. Best wishes, Brummie
Date : 19/12/2010 15:05:21
Name : Alf Lister (ex Q.M.S.I.) 39 Sqn
E-mail : ajlister@adam.com.au
Homepage :
Comments : I keep looking at this site on a regular basis and love reading some of the comments. I have been in contact with, Roy Haswell, Joe Reid,John Noonan Taffy Picton and of course our old friend Mac. who as you know lives in Perth, Australia, I have lived in Adelaide south australia since 1972. Like Roy Haswell, my time in Aden is a time I will never forget.You were the best bunch of soldiers I ever served with. Just as a matter of interest I first served in 39 Sqn. in 1950 to 1954. Egypt. Take care of your selves.
Rgds Alf Lister.
Date : 12/12/2010 03:30:34
Name : ROY HASWELL
E-mail : gill.haswell@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi again, I've just sent some photo's of our time in Aden.
I'd like to say thanks to all the lads who grafted on the Waddi Lossum road project in 40 degrees +. Thanks also to Joe Milne and his crew for all their hard work.
My time in Aden was the most memorable and satisfying in all my Army career. A great Squadron spirit!!
Would like to hear from any of you, email as above. Will try to make the reunion in 2011
All the Best. Roy Haswell
Date : 11/12/2010 20:40:04
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello Roy
Nice to see you in the guest book dont know if you remember me Im to the left of Ginge on the back row of 3 troop photo. You seem to remember alot more names than I can.
I do remember one or two yours Jeff Maund on the right end front row. Dave Lindsay 5th from the right in the middle row. Smudge Smith 3rd from the right middle row. John McInnes the end right back row. Perhaps you can remember some more jog the old memory.
I have met up with Jeff and dave last year we had our own little reunion after all those years . Talking about reunions are you going to 39 Fld Sqn reuion on the 27th - 29th May 2011 at Hinkley near Leicester?
Hope so it wuld be nice to meet up with you again swing afew lamps.
Regards Derek Emerson ( sapper )
Date : 11/12/2010 18:10:43
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Mike,
re Plt Tp photo p5,
Nice one, could not agree more.
You missed Bob Hindley. between Hank and Yox.
ciao
Date : 11/12/2010 04:45:40
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : New photo on photo page 5 finest troop in the squadron
Date : 11/12/2010 03:01:24
Name : ROY HASWELL
E-mail : gill.haswell@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : How Quickly the time has gone. I was a Cpl. in 3 Troop working in Waddy Lossam along with Joe Milne, Dennis Burrows, Ginge. Panter, Davy Lloyd, Fred Gammon, and Cpl. Taff Picton. Also remember Alec Hollaway, Paddy Coyle, Paddy Elder (Betty Driver!) Eddy Garwood, Hank Fell and many more of the WORKERS! in 3 Troop! The most memorable posting of my Army Career!!!!!
Served my regular service until 1984 now living near Aldershot.
Would be pleased to hear from any of the lads.
Regards Roy Haswell
Date : 11/12/2010 01:28:06
Name : Mrs Toni Donaldson
E-mail : toni.donaldson@ntlworld.com
Homepage :
Comments : I came across this website quite by accident but am glad I did as I found my Dad in two of the pictures ! Roy Haswell (Corp) is 5th from right in the back row of the main Squadron photo and 4th from left in the front row of the Troop 3 photo on page 5. I have now passed on information to him about this site and hope he will enjoy browsing it and remembering many old faces and will hopefully add his own photographs soon.
Date : 03/12/2010 19:21:20
Name : Jay Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Whereabouts;
Does anyone know the whereabouts of Rod Ratcliffe, last seen by me living in/around Waterbeach 73/4 time.
Date : 03/12/2010 03:53:24
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Re photo Tooled Up and names;
Seated Andy Andrews
Standing L-R Jack Brabham, Keith Ballam
Date : 30/11/2010 05:44:17
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Yes I remember you Brummie had some good times. yes that was Paddy Elder on photo 4, also the one (well tooled up) I think is Barry Andrews and Mick Therisa are the ones with the SMG. regards Bill Nixon,
Date : 27/11/2010 04:25:15
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Here,s a tip if you don,t already know,if you right click on the squadron photo and click save as,you can save in My Pictures.You can then bring it up and use the zoom feature,and cross section the photo slowly and hopefully find yourself(haven,t found me yet)
Date : 26/11/2010 23:45:31
Name : Brummie Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Pictures, page 4 Johnny Ball and who - is it jackie (paddy) Elder?
Date : 14/11/2010 23:27:29
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Anyone remember Twiggy in the the dining hall in roberts barracks,used to collect the dirty plates etc. ended up my sister in law (not any more) What a claim to fame
Date : 14/11/2010 23:23:44
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Who fell asleep and burned down the naafi tent geordie lad can,t remember surname
Date : 14/11/2010 20:59:09
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : i remember that map reading walk in the black forest. got soaking wet,but was so knackered i did not have the energy to leave my sleeping bag. i remember some people singing a popular song of the time ( these boots were made for walking by nancy sinatra ) and the french breakfast was not exactly a full english. tom . ryan
Date : 14/11/2010 05:59:27
Name : Ron Beat
E-mail : old.sap@virgin.net
Homepage :
Comments : Nice site - first time I've visited. Served Aden at Steamer Point in Chief Engineer's Branch for last 3 or 4 months in 1967 then went on to Bahrain to work for CRE Gulf - Lt Col Reed - he was originally CRE Ops Aden
Date : 13/11/2010 23:40:11
Name : Mick'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Just been reading the last few entries and how great to see some more names there. joe Milne - where in Cheshire Joe, I'm not far away? Geordie Nixon, good memories of you pal. Harry Diamond, remember my BMW bubble car? and many others. Sad news about Scotty and Rod.
Looking forward to Op Hinkley, but I bet we all look a lot different now. How about you all posting a picture so we get over the shock!! Keep smiling and breathing all. Anyone know where plant Op Sandy is?
Bummie
Date : 09/11/2010 10:03:27
Name : Rick Gert
E-mail : RG99er@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : NICE SITE
Date : 03/11/2010 03:27:43
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Today was the funeral of a lady by the name of Edna Wallace,she would have been 90yrs old this coming Christmas Day.Her third son Eddie was killed in Aden at the age of 17.She was informed of this by telegram,managed to scrape enough money together to to the funeral in Aden.She was determined that this would not happen to anyone else and began a relentless letter writing campaign.This brought about that next of kin were informed by an officer and that all bodies were repatriated to be buried near their loved ones.So spare a thought for Edna when you can.
Date : 01/11/2010 22:29:32
Name : Bill Nixon
E-mail : nixonwp@hotnail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I was in plant troop in Aden in the HSRSU team but was in 1 troop (rockie) was my section co. I remember him well.
Date : 31/10/2010 19:05:56
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all
I am really looking forward to the reunion next year hope to see some of thhe old faces again ,cant remember alot of the names now memory not so good these days. I have contacted Jeff Maund and Dave Lindsay last year after 40 years . We had our own little reunion it was great to see them both had lots of catching up to do. Afew years back I managed to find Billy Blackwood while I was working in Manchester.
Havent heard from him in along while if you are still out their get in touch mate. Also Gus Hewitt is is living in Germany after marrying a local girl we also had a reunion but have lost contact again.
Hope these names jogs someones memory
Hope to see you next year and afew more
Derek
Date : 29/10/2010 04:17:02
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to Joe Milnes,just a bit nostalgic remember dave and rocky ,sorry to hear Ian has died
Date : 29/10/2010 04:13:19
Name : Mike McCormack
E-mail : mixalismac@hotmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Brings back a few names and memories
Date : 25/10/2010 16:45:25
Name : Ray Weaver
E-mail : raymondjohn773@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi every one Re Op Hinckley. I have a contact email address for army records who might be able to track the missing guys from 39 in Aden so if you can send me names and as much info ie rank full name army no if known, as posiible she might be able to help. Looking forward to renewing old friendships and catching up. All the best Ray Weaver
Date : 03/10/2010 11:10:49
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Does any one have contact with Bob Titch Taylor please
Date : 05/09/2010 18:11:54
Name : Angela Pregarc
E-mail : is2bizee4@bigpond.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to Ian Scott,
Do you have a sister called Cathy who went to Ham boarding school in Germany?
My name was Angi Lister. My dad was WO11 Alfred Lister. He was stationed in Germany, Osnabruck at the time.
Let me know either way.
Angi
Date : 05/09/2010 03:45:47
Name : joe reid
E-mail : jandereid@googlemail.com
Homepage :
Comments : i am only one in photo with mug in my hand opp end to taff picton am in contact with paul harbron we both hope to make the reunion
Date : 29/08/2010 04:31:23
Name : Joe Milnes
E-mail : j@ejem.biz
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guy's
I was plant Troop cpl/2/ic to IR Scott. (buried him in Fort Pitt Rochester some years ago)
Stumbled on the site today courtesy of Mick Norton ex 37Sqn
Lots of faces, some with names, some without. Lots of fine memories too!
Dave Price was a very good friend, (buried him in Silent Valley)
Would be great to touch base with anyone who wishes.
I am up in Cheshire, Son in Ireland, daughter in Oz.
Date : 28/08/2010 08:14:59
Name : Scott
E-mail : primsco@gmx.de
Homepage :
Comments : Hi, just stumbbeled over this site.
I`m Ian Scott`s son. Hallo to everyone who knows me.
As some of you know my dad died some time ago in Accra.
He had some Aden pictures. I´ll have a look and then I`ll post them.
regards Jeffrey Scott
Date : 8/20/2010 3:30:30 AM
Name : DENNIS BURROWS
E-mail : DENNIS.FISHING@TALKTALK.NET
Homepage :
Comments : I served as a L/cpl in aden with 39 Fd Sqn RE and have lots of good memories of lots of good people.
Date : 8/19/2010 7:15:44 AM
Name : Jeanne
E-mail : k18j04@hotmail.com
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Comments : Does anyone have any information regarding my brother Cpl James Thompson (Jim) - 39 Engineer Reg from 67/72. I know he was in Aden and Sharjah. Greatly appreciated. Many Thanks!!
Date : 8/18/2010 7:52:57 PM
Name : Rerek (Willie) Willis
E-mail : Britwilly@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Served six years in 39 sqn 62 to 68, three years RE, three years REME.In contact with Paddy Minford,John Smits,Sgt John Monk, Harry Diamond.
Date : 8/14/2010 8:40:04 PM
Name : Mick Perry
E-mail : mickperry917@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : First time i have visited this site. Seeing the photo's brought back some happy and sad thoughts
Date : 8/12/2010 4:09:07 PM
Name : Bill Minford
E-mail : bill.minfordwhm@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I have some photos, will upload if I can figure out how!!!
Date : 8/10/2010 1:17:01 PM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all need some more responses for the reunion so thanks to all who have replied 12 rooms gone so far. Alf Lister who lives in South Australia and is a sprightly 79 has sent his apologies and states that in his condition he doesn't even buy GREEN BANANAS!!!!
A few more who can't join us Taff Jenkins, Rod Hardy and Ian Scott.MM. All unfortunately are no longer with us.
RIP lads UBIQUE we will remember them.
So come on boys get your backsides into gear and put a few words down and please include your telephone number and if you know any of the lads this site is about who may be down on there luck a bit please let me know Cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 8/10/2010 1:06:17 AM
Name : Harry Diamond
E-mail : hlegs11@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi. I was a vehicle mechanic attached to 39 Fd Sqn RE stationed in Aden in 1967. I am in touch with Derek Willis (Willy) and John Monk (fitter sgt). I have tried to contact Jon Smits a few times and have even visited his home town but have allways missed him. Our OC at the time was Maj Freddy Rose and I was in 1 troop with Lt Mound I think. I remember quite a lot of names from the Sqn photo. I was in the rear row centre with my head down (unlucky moment)
Date : 8/3/2010 2:29:12 AM
Name : John Monk
E-mail : johnmonk38@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everybody that remembers me...John Monk.
I served in Aden with the REME in 1967 and wondered if there is anybody out there who remembers me....and if yes please drop me a line.... best wishes John
Date : 7/22/2010 5:32:49 AM
Name : Jeffrey Maund
E-mail : jmaund@btconnect.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi To All
It was great to hear that there will be a re union
Meeting up with Dave Lindsay and Derek Emerson last year was brilliant. Mind it some task catching up on close to 40 years. But we certainly were able to re live some of the good times plus our stories grew longer. Have been receiving some interesting emails which have been great for stimulating the brain.
If the re union is anything like meeting up with Dave and Derek again it promises to be a great weekend. My very best wishes to all of 39 Field Squadron
Date : 7/20/2010 6:25:07 PM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments :
39 Field Squadron. RE ADEN
REUNION REUNION REUNION REUNION REUNION REUNION
Ok just a sapper initiative test only one month in 2011 with those dates fri sat sun MAY 2011otherwise IJFU!! MAKE A DATE IN YOUR DIARY let me know soonest
Date : 7/20/2010 11:20:43 AM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : OK guys get your diaries out for 2011 I have provisionally booked twenty rooms for the fri 27th,sat 28th check out sun 29th. at the Barcelo Hinckley Hotel which is very close to M1 and M69.The format would be register after lunch on the Friday and enjoy informal get together in the bar until approx 1830hrs standard bar prices. Proceed through to the restaurant for dinner from a selected menu, drinks at your expense, dress casual. Back to the bar to swing the lights and find a comfortable sandbag!! Retire at your pleasure. Saturday breakfast provided in the restaurant when your ready subject to0 there normal opening and closing times. Saturday enjoying each others company and the hotels facilities or check out the surrounding areas. Saturday night give the girls an excuse to buy a new dress, black tie or lounge suite at 18360hrs proceed through to the function room for a more semi-formal night with pre-dinner drinks, a formal welcome to all and then a three-four course dinner , with some back-round music and a possible raffle, door prize and dancing, zimmer frames permitting. first drinks of wine on the table and then cash bar till we adjourn back to the bar or rooms. Sunday breakfast as Saturday then farewells and checkout. the cost will be approx three hundred and fifty pounds per couple, singles to be advised. I will be sending out emails very shortly to all so please respond ASAP
Date : 7/18/2010 8:09:30 AM
Name : allen whitaker
E-mail : radfanwolf@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : I was with 30 Sqn.and i remember 39 arriving like it was yesterday.living in the vale of Evesham in Worcestershire.
Date : 7/17/2010 12:43:27 PM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Well guys its taken a while and with help from Richard Stockley our Saracen 98BA50 has been traced from Aden to UK for repairs then Cyprus then Hong Kong and surprise the vehicle now resides in a suburb of Sydney Australia. I have spoken to the owner and although it is off the road at the moment it should be roadworthy again in about four months. I have offered to purchase the vehicle if he decides to sell but will first fly over to make sure it is the right one, and will be posting pictures on the web site shortly. Cheers
Mac
Date : 7/5/2010 1:50:32 AM
Name : Pete Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Johny (N) re photos page 4 1troop-yourself Rocky and the unknown is Paddy Dellahunty.(well tooled) big Andy sat-rear sargent and possibly Jock Farquer-(a fine body of men) big andy Jack illingworth- Sargent-Farquer
Johny Ball & Paddy ?. cheers Tommo (1 tp)
Date : 6/21/2010 6:41:01 PM
Name : Richard Stockley
E-mail : stockley_richard@yahoo.com
Homepage :
Comments : Dear All,
Does anyone remeber if 1st QDG's were based at Habilayn? I believe C Sqn were there at the time of the ambush.
Also, Lt Richard Fawcus and Spr Ronald Wardropper were mentioned in despatches for gallant conduct at the same time as Ian Scott's and Mike Conroy's citations. Does anyone know if they were members of 39 Field Squadron?
Any information would be gratefully received.
Regards
Richard
Date : 6/16/2010 2:20:26 PM
Name : Richard Stockley
E-mail : stockley_richard@yahoo.com
Homepage :
Comments : Dear All,
Rather than give you a long list of questions, I'll post a few questions at a time, if that's o.k. Some questions might not seem relevent, but I need to try and build up a complete picture of the events of that day:
Q.1: How many men were in the RE convoy? Mike Conroy's citation mentions the convoy was split into two groups, how many were in each group? Also, two small sections of FNG's, how many were there?
Q.2: Lt Conroy's citation mentions the C.O of 39 Field Squadron arriving at the scene, what was his name?
Q.3: How far from Habilayn was the convoy when they were attacked?
If anyone can give me any information with regards to the above questions, that would be great.
Regards
Richard
Date : 6/15/2010 8:33:54 AM
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all thanks to Richard Stockley I have traced Mike Conroy, MC and spoke to his wife and sent him an email so expect to hear back shortly cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 6/15/2010 8:29:47 AM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All
please read the email that I have received from Richard, and his email address is stockley_richard@yahoo.com if anyone can assist with information particularly if you were in the ambush, I have invited Richard to post questions on the guest book so please feel free to respond. I am also grateful to Richard for directing me to the Gazetted reports of medals awarded on that day. Interesting to note two Military Crosses a Distinguished Flying Cross and a Military Medal. The full reports will appear on our website shortly. Many thanks Richard. Cheers to all
Kind REgards
Mac
Dear Mr McLean,
I hope you don't mind me contacting you via email regarding 39 Field Sqn's time in Aden. My name is Richard Stockley and I'm a writer/journalist and ex-REME. I'm currently researching a book about the Westland Scout helicopter during conflict. At the moment I'm looking into the events of 30th May 1967, where Lt Ralls, Army Air Corps earned a DFC while flying a Scout. After reading your entry on the 'Britain-Smallwars' website, the action was more widespread and intense than I initially realised, given Lt Conroy's MC and Sgt Scott's MM.
Would you mind at all if I asked you some questions about the events of 30th May 1967?
Regards
Richard Stockley
Date : 6/14/2010 7:12:26 PM
Name : Richard Stockley
E-mail : stockley_richard@yahoo.com
Homepage :
Comments : Dear 39 Field Sqn,
I'm a writer/journalist and I'm currently researching a book about the Westland Scout helicopter. At the moment I'm trying to establish the events of the ambush on 30 May 1967 in which Lt Conroy was awarded the MC and Sgt Scott the MM. If anyone could give me any information with regards to the events of that day I would be very grateful. Please feel free to contact me at my email address: stockley_richard@yahoo.com
Regards
Richard Stcokley
Date : 6/9/2010 1:11:57 AM
Name : tom ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : hi all, thanks dave now that you have supplied the two names from last photo on page 4 ( who i remember well ) i have now remembered the last name, another excellent cook = tom ford. all the best tom ryan.
Date : 6/8/2010 4:36:12 AM
Name : David Lindsay
E-mail : davelindsay1@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi All
Just to let you now Photo Page 4 last Photo, two more names, they are Left hand side is Jeff Maund and me in the Middle.Right hand side, sorry know the face can't remember the name.
Date : 6/7/2010 7:11:25 AM
Name : Jeff Santos
E-mail : rickyshayne46@web.de
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Lads,
I remember when you arrived upcountry,1967, I sighned my Saracen over to Cpl David Price, I heard from Derek Emerson what happened to David,( SAD!! )
We had a very nice Reunion on the weekend 7-8th May2010.
It was a Pleasure to have one of 39 Sqn at our Reunion
Derek he is a Gentleman!!! he was a good Representitive
for 39 Sqn RE.
All the best with your own Reunion next year.
Bye Jeff Santos.
Date : 6/7/2010 3:28:52 AM
Name : DEREK EMERSON
E-mail : DEREKdelboy5@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all ex 39 RE just been looking at all the photo,s I remember alot of faces and some of there name,s the old memory isnt as good as it used to be. I have loads of photos will sort them out and put them on the site when I get a chance . I was in 3 troop if anyone can remember me get in touch I would like to talk to you.
I found 2 of my old mates last year Jeff Maund and Dave Lindsay we met up at Lyndhurst in the New Forest we hadnt seen each other since leaving the army we still keep in touch.
I attended the 30 FLD SQN reunion in Leicester by kind invitation of Jeff Santos I was made very welcome by everybody and they was very interested in finding out what happened after we took over from them.
I will attend the 39 FLD SQN reunion next year will keep watching this site for details.
Hope to hear from someone soon regards DEREK EMERSON
Date : 5/7/2010 2:30:06 AM
Name : Pete (TOMMO) Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Hi john T re photos page 3--ginger youself dave price cook & the two unknowns are Jock Farquer & Jack Waller .
cheers Tommo
Date : 4/20/2010 3:50:19 PM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all sorry for the down time on the sign in page for the guest
book all up and running again now cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 3/4/2010 10:20:59 PM
Name : Mick Therisa
E-mail : portugesefisherman@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Photo's bring back many memories and I recognise quite a few names, John Tremble Jack Brabham, Mac and many more. I was in the ambush where when we were going to work one morning!
Regards Mick T
Date : 2/27/2010 6:55:32 PM
Name : Frederick Robert Sharp
E-mail : fredsharp@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Would like to look at the photo,s of 30 Sqn.
Date : 2/17/2010 4:34:03 AM
Name : tom paddy ryan
E-mail : rythom962@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : i was the cook in aden 1967 ,i served a meal to the lads after that ambush. regards to all.t.ryan
Date : 2/1/2010 5:36:37 PM
Name : Peter Carr-Rickwood
E-mail : malsi105@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everyone,
Reunion sounds like a good idea.Could prove interesting.
Date : 1/18/2010 5:37:42 AM
Name : Geoff Hibbs (Moonie)
E-mail : gjhibbs@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Guys,
I have often wondered over the years what became of the lads in 39 Squadron, so it was great to find this website and see so many familiar faces and names, especially photos of Brummie Wilson and myself and also Arthur (Taff) Reeves and Ray Mortimer.
It would be great to hear from some of you guys. I have a couple of photos and when I can I'll add them to the website.
Well done Mac for setting up this website.
Cheers
Moonie
Date : 1/14/2010 2:20:20 AM
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hey Mac, just put a name to another face on the troop pic, the guy next to Reg Ruston on the 2nd row is Pearce, can,t remember the christian name, hope all is well with you and your family take care.
Date : 1/13/2010 8:43:22 PM
Name : Mick Lavery
E-mail : mrlavery1@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Good to visit your site. I was with 10 Field Squadron (Airfields) RE in Aden from 65 to 67. Seems our squadrons liked to hang around the same places!
Good luck with your site and a big UBIQUE from me and the other 10 Squadron lads who share similar Aden experiencies with you. Mick Lavery, ex Cpl RE
Date : 1/8/2010 6:32:35 PM
Name : Tony "Brummie" Ridding
E-mail : tony.ridding@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mac, All the best for the new year to you and your family, together with all the Aden "Vets". I have contacted quite a few since the site started and am glad to know they are all ok. Hi "Tommo" nice to hear from you. They think its cold at the moment but do you remember the "MT" at these times brrrrrrr. I remember skating to the OXO on G10 skates that we used to fit on our DMS boots with webbing straps. It was great coming back!! As for the reunion lets do it. Once again well done Mac for keeping the site going and hopefully see you soon.
Tony "Brummie" Ridding
Date : 1/8/2010 3:10:57 PM
Name : Mitch Dunigan
E-mail : mitch.dunigan@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Good on you Mac Iam up for a reunion
Happy new year to all
Mitch
Date : 1/7/2010 6:37:26 PM
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : count me and lin in for reunion any time all the best for the new year to you all
Date : 1/6/2010 5:59:58 AM
Name : John Tremble
E-mail : John@ midiman.wandoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Great! count me in, couldn't you make it late 2010, sooner the better really.
Date : 1/5/2010 11:15:09 PM
Name : gerry pugh
E-mail : gerry.pugh12@virginmedia.com
Homepage :
Comments : count me and missus in for reunion. looking forward to it
Date : 1/5/2010 3:43:28 PM
Name : MAC Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : HI ALL TAKE THE OPPURTUNITY TO WISH YOU AND YOURS A HEALTHY AND HAPPY 2010. NOW TO BUSINESS A REUNION!!! A NUMBER OF PEOPLE HAVE ASKED ME SO I AM GOING TO TRY AND PUT IT TOGETHER I SUGGEST JUNE 2011 AND SOMEWHERE AROUND RUGBY SORT OF CENTRAL ENGLAND ARRIVE FRIDAY BOOK IN DRINKS ETC DINNER DANCE SATURDAY NIGHT BREAKFAST SUNDAY THEN FALLOUT
COST ABOUT 200 QUID? EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST PLEASE
THANKS VERY MUCH JOHN NOONAN FOR PICCYS BE ON WEB SITE SOON
Date : 12/19/2009 3:14:08 AM
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Just wanted to wish all you ex 39ers a very merry christmas and a happy new year take care all
Date : 12/15/2009 5:32:00 AM
Name : Peter thomson (Tommo)
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Ex 1TROOP 39 fld Gerry Pugh tried sending E-mail yours not responding--hi Jonny noonan remember you well .site seems to be picking up --hope one day (not too long Maybe a re-union for 39 aden vets-luckiley i can still remember most names on this site Brummie Ridding/ray weaver etc. best wishes and a happy xmas to all -be great to be in the sqn club (39 steps) tommo ex 1tp
Date : 11/20/2009 10:31:13 PM
Name : gerry pugh
E-mail : gerry.pugh12@virginmedia.com
Homepage :
Comments : hopeless on computers was in 1troop from 66 to 69 would like to hear from others taff downes included
Date : 11/18/2009 3:57:35 PM
Name : Ray Weaver
E-mail : raymondjohn773@gmail.com
Homepage :
Comments : Does anyone know there whereabouts of Paul "ROBBO"Robinson hewas initially from S Africa. Also Alan "HORNY"Hornigold or John Dickinson all of 2 troop in Aden and Osnabruck last saw Robbo at chattenden when he got his medal Regards Ray
Date : 11/16/2009 8:47:44 AM
Name : Mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Have just recieved an email from Alf Lister and he lives over here in Aussie he would love to know the where abouts of john Bosworth if any body has any ideas please let us know. Big John please let us have the pics if you can and we will get them on the site, good to hear from you, my best wishes to all Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 10/7/2009 7:58:10 PM
Name : John Hill
E-mail : jhill519@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Big John (MYTEK), Plant Troop..Gainsborouh/Fowler and D8 Aden/ formerly MT driver-radio-op/then posted after Aden to permanent staff Plant-Roads-Airfields,Chatham.
Have couple of pics Aden...when I discover how to send.
Date : 9/29/2009 2:37:06 AM
Name : ron weeks
E-mail : ron2396@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : all the best lads, in Aden with 13 Sqn and 48 sqn 65/67
Date : 9/20/2009 5:02:37 PM
Name : Roy Bloor
E-mail : RoyBloor@hotmail.com
Homepage : www.60squadronvets.org.uk
Comments : Just looking in. If any of you served in Maidstone in the late 60/70's in particular 60 Sqn then you may like to know that there is 60 Sqn Vets organisation running and we have 8 sucessful REunions to date. Our next one is planned for October 2010 in Bournemouth. We already have 84 signed up to attend.
For more info please contact
Roy Bloor
Secretary/Founder
60 Sqn RE Vets
REgards to my good mate Neil (Mac) Maclean
or as we knew him Boots Teeth and Windows
Date : 9/3/2009 4:53:36 AM
Name : Doug Thain
E-mail : dougthain@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Ex Sapper,not in Aden though.
Served 1967 - 1974 at Dover,Chatham,Aldershot,N.Ireland and lastly Osnabruck,3 Troop - 39 Fld Sqn.
A few names i remember are Titch Tierney,Keith Steeper,Bernie Roberts,Barry Woods,Les Flitcroft,Tony Ridsdale,Ricky Greenan I could go on,but won't.
I still have the 39 Squadron flag i nicked (while drunk,sorry).
Date : 8/31/2009 7:01:45 AM
Name : Ray Weaver Spr 23982115 2 troop
E-mail : raymondjohn773@gmail.com ? weaver@telkomsa.net
Homepage :
Comments : It has been a long time >I now reside in South Africa and would like to renew old friendships
Date : 8/17/2009 2:02:07 PM
Name : Michael R. (Mick) Lavery
E-mail : mrlavery1@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Good to see your site. I was a cpl with 10 Field Squadron (Airfields) RE and served in Aden from 65 to 67. Interesting to see the old locations and happy sappers in the sun. I am from Falmouth, Cornwall originally and after a lot of travelling have settled in Düsseldorf, Germany. Didn´t have any dealing with 39 Sqn as I was posted back to 1 Trg Regt at Cove in January 67. I think you might have taken over some of our equipment. Good luck 39ers! UBIQUE
Date : 8/12/2009 9:40:16 PM
Name : Peter Thomson
E-mail : peterdouglas.thomson@talktalk.net
Homepage :
Comments : Regards to all ex 39 Fld Sqn (1966-1973) great site only found it through aden vets site. Iwas in the MT section-good times but some sad memories.
Date : 8/10/2009 8:20:33 PM
Name : Brian Dodds
E-mail : bri51a@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Recognised a couple who were nameles on 2 troop photo will inform Mac.
Date : 8/1/2009 2:06:10 PM
Name : john kendall
E-mail : john_kendall1@sky.com
Homepage :
Comments : Great site brings back a lot of memories trouble is i dont remember a lot of my tour there memory must be going.Do remember going to an ice factory and taking big blocks of ice back to barracks.Also served with Jeff Ince in boys service in Dundonald Camp Troon 1964-65.
Date : 7/31/2009 7:23:43 PM
Name : john noonan
E-mail : noons44@hotmail.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Hi to all 39ers donnt know if any of you will remember me was lt mounde troop cpl have loads of photoS will try to send some to site when i have mastered this commputer thing
Date : 6/27/2009 6:47:38 PM
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all Josie and Jack Bramham are now , with Bev and I down here in Aussie, how wonderful to see them again!!! passed your wishes on Tony, and they both send there best, would love to stay and chat but its pub o'clock, cheers
Kind REgards
Mac
Date : 6/20/2009 4:20:13 AM
Name : Tom millington
E-mail : tmillington63@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : hi im trying to find anyone who new my dad bill Millington he was in Aden 63/64 with I think 63 Melf park sqn well drilling was this unit part of 39 field sqn maidstone kent ? many thanks tom.
Date : 6/16/2009 8:11:48 PM
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all just to let you know Jack and Josie Bramham are joining Bev and I out here in Aussie shortly looking forward to seeing them after 30 odd years best mates always!! any messages please post or email
Date : 5/27/2009 8:04:50 PM
Name : STEVE PRATT
E-mail : catstph4@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : My thanks to Neil Mac for all his help and phone calls from Australia you have done more than you realise Neil thanks from me and my three children Danielle Georgia and Cameron you are one in a million thanks
Date : 5/14/2009 4:36:08 PM
Name : neil mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Steve I will respond in an email to you. cheers
Mac
Date : 5/13/2009 8:30:16 PM
Name : Stephen Pratt 24066706
E-mail : catstph4@aol.com
Homepage :
Comments : Looking at the photos i believe i was driving that Saracen that day i dont rememer a great deal spent nearly two years in hospital at RAF ALTON then discharged anybody care to fill in the blanks Steve
Date : 3/25/2009 12:51:33 AM
Name : MELVYN KENDALL
E-mail : mel.t.kendall @googlemail.com
Homepage :
Comments : FASCNATING SITE. Found whilst looking for 39 fd sqn RE. I was in 39 in Roberts Bks 1968/70 and went to Norway to build a road. SSMs driver and Ord Cpl, left 39 after a couple of tours in NI. Went to 59 Indep Cdo Sqn near Plymouth.
Name remembered ...IAN BAL /eyeball..CPL.
keep up the site
best REgards
Date : 3/18/2009 9:18:57 PM
Name : steve grady
E-mail : stevegrady@msn.com
Homepage :
Comments : hi all I was with 45 cdo rm 1966/7 in aden dhala, habilayn, al milah, and base camo the refinery in little aden. I met some of your mob while I was there but names have slipped me.
Date : 3/2/2009 5:50:52 AM
Name : John Smits R.E.M.E.
E-mail : polys4color@yahoo.co.uk
Homepage :
Comments : Good to see a photo of 39 squadron had a great time both in Aden and Osnabruck mainly in the Winklehouse and the oxo .I'm 7th from the left in the middle row ,can name a few of the lads in photo.But will wait to see how you do Mac, great site by the way, still in touch with Derek Willis regard J.Smits.
Date : 2/28/2009 5:10:21 PM
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi Mick sorry mate see photo page and check out your emails, and please scouse Gillick send your email with the piccys again as I managed to delete them.
Date : 2/28/2009 5:04:03 AM
Name : Mick 'Brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hi all ex 39ers. Anybody got the 2 troop photo taken on the square at Little Aden? Lost my copy somewhere along the way.
Date : 2/17/2009 8:30:58 PM
Name : Mitch Dunigan
E-mail : mitch.dunigan@btinternet.com
Homepage :
Comments : I was in 39sqn late 65 untill 68 Done the Aden trip
It would be great to hear from anyone who remembers me
Date : 2/14/2009 12:59:21 PM
Name : mac mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
Homepage :
Comments : Hi everyone, sorry for lack of progress on the site, I am out of salts at the moment with a shoulder problem but the op went well and I am starting to get used to the sling and typing left handed only which is really weird. Will have all my names for the Sqn piccy shortly. I have also had a problem with my emails which is now corrected so if I haven't replied please send again. Many thanks
Mac
Date : 2/12/2009 11:14:02 PM
Name : john abbott(geordie abbott)
E-mail : grayjohn239@supanet.com
Homepage :
Comments : Hello All,I was 39 in Roberts barracks, Osnatraz. If you dont mind asking if their are any lads out there from 71-75. Slim Wiecko, Dils De-lorme, Geordies Aire, Mc Cormack(pip), Colin Lynn (you still owe me Dm700), Titch Tierney & anyone at the sinking of the APC at Achmer. Any Passengers in the taxi crash at Bramsche.
All the best,
John
Date : 1/6/2009 5:40:59 PM
Name : George Codling
E-mail : george@warmdene.com
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Comments : I'm pretty sure I spent some time with 39 in Aden (Al Mila)? I also did some time in Aden with 10 Airfield Squadron RE this is what confuses me. Could someone confirm to refresh my memory. As far as I remember I was in 37 Field Squadron in Osnabruck and was transfered to 39 for the Aden posting. We were shipped out to Trucial Oman States, Sharjah, when the evacuation of Aden started. Would this be '67 or even earlier? I was demobbed in '68. I've come full circle, I retired a few year ago and was so bored I went back to work with my old company and am at present in Abu Dhabi, same area as my last posting in the RE's. Good luck with the site. I seem to recognise one guy in the picture, 1st left in the 4th row, is that Pete Reed???
Cheers George
Date : 1/2/2009 3:18:18 PM
Name : Neil (mac ) Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : I would like to wish all members of 39 and there families health and happiness for 2009 the site is starting to pick up momentum so to address a few issues like the names of all those young squaddies in the sqn piccy, I will get the ball rolling with a left to right front to back list of the guys who I can remember the names of and my apologies to those I can,t but would like confirmation from some one else as it ain,t what it used to be up in the old memory box. thanks for the email Tom I trust this finds you and yours well and will be writing shortly!
Date : 1/2/2009 5:17:43 AM
Name : Tom Gillick,scouse
E-mail : thmsgllck85@googlemail.com
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Comments : Great work mac great to see that 39 still lives on have been looking for a long time to find where and how the lads are getting on.Only have one photo from Aden taken up country,Taff Picton is on the far right Paddy Gibson is squatting in the front row R/H side I am 2nd from the left back row.Can not remember the othere names,anybody fill in the blanks.I hope alot more of the lads find out about the site and get in touch.All the best for the site and ahappy new to all ex. 39
Date : 12/24/2008 11:44:51 PM
Name : Bob Young
E-mail : youdoroet@tiscali.co.uk
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Comments : Just stumbled across your site while surfing through Aden Veterens.I did a tour in Aden(Al Milah) with 73 Sqn leaving in March 1966.I am trying to contact then Sgt Ian Scott,he was awarded a gallantry medal for the action in the( I think) Wadi Matlah.The photos brought back memories,we had an incident with what was probably the same D4,but fortunately not with the same tragic result. Well done with the site.
Date : 12/6/2008 10:55:38 AM
Name : col scott
E-mail : colin@frontlinehobbies.com
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Comments : part of an advance guard as a 20 yr old from osnabruck to aden for 3 troop in 67.
Then convoyed up country to Radfan with the sqn.
Often wondered where the rest of the boys ended up as I went straight into survey training at military college Chatham when we got back. I demobbed late 68 before the squadron went to Ireland.
After 40 yrs the memory fades but rememer the corp, scouse and lance corp from the Black Watch, Sgt Scott, paddy and "Ginge" Panter.
Date : 11/18/2008 11:35:35 AM
Name : mac Mclean
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : Many thanks to Tony Brummie Ridding for his great work in locating Jeff Ince's final resting place for the Project that is going on. Mike wilson has some great piccys which I will ask to be posted as soon as I get them. Squadron photo coming up!!! Any ideas where Fred Saunders is anyone, cheers for now Kind Regards
Mac
Date : 11/14/2008 1:44:54 AM
Name : Tony "Brummie" Ridding
E-mail : tony.ridding@gmail.com
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Comments : Hi Guys,
A lot of water under the bridge since we were all together. Those were the days! Brummie Wilson do you remember when we drove home from Osnatraz in your Fiat 650 sewing machine with only 3 gears! With me holding a snooker cue out of the window cause it wouldn't fit in the car!! Fantastic. I have started attending the RE footballers get together at Chatham on cup final day and its great, haven't bumped into anyone from 39 yet though.
Have been having a battle with the big C recently but am turning the corner and would love to hear from those who remember me.
Well done with the site Mac. Keep it up.
Regards to all "Brummie"
Date : 11/12/2008 7:46:37 PM
Name : Jeffrey Maund
E-mail : jmaund@btconnect.com
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Comments : Did the stint up country in Habylan and then Little Aden in 67 interesting trip back down to Little Aden as the Argyle Sutherland Highlanders had just secured the crater district. Great to see that we have an association only realised when watching the service at the Cenotaph
Not great with names but cannot wait to see squadron photograph. Lost all my photographs in a house move.
I have Dave Lindsey contact details if anyone remembers Dave
Well done to everyone connected with setting up the Association and the web, my very best wishes to all
Date : 11/12/2008 5:53:57 PM
Name : Peter Carr-Rickwood
E-mail : malsi105@yahoo.co.uk
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Comments : I was upcountry in '67. Worked in MT with Staff Sgt Bosworth
I worked as details clerk,POL and servicing the trucks.
I was good friends with Cpl David 'Rocky' Price. we were next door neighbours back in Osnabruck. I understand he was buried in Silent Valley. His death affects me still, even after all this time. I haven't got any photos of Aden or upcountry, would love to see some.
Name : neil mcleanvbCrLfDate : 11/12/2008 12:46:33 PM
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : my thanks to Barry Ross for doing a fantastic job on the web site and we can now actually sign the bugger sorry for that cheers
Neil mac Mclean
(Thanks Neil - we aim to please - Barry)
Date : 10/28/2008 12:47:16 PM
Name : Neil McLean
E-mail : nma@iinet.com.au
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Comments : I have had a request from the War Graves Photographic Project for information on the last resting place of Geoff Ince, KIA Aden but flown back to the UK. If any one can help please let me know
Many thanks
Mac
Date : 8/28/2008 9:46:31 PM
Name : Brian Noddy Crichton
E-mail : toxicwaste71@hotmail.com
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Comments : Nice to see your site, I was barracked in Anzio camp up untill the withdrawal when a few of us stayed to dissable certain pieces of equipment at Kormaxa ? Then joined the rest of the unit in Sharjah, I now live back in Cornwall with my wife and two daughters (should have stayed in Oman)
If you would like to get in touch you can write to 7 Hillhead Penryn Cornwall TR108JU or I will get myself a laptop, Hope you do well with your site. The E mail address is my daughters.
Date : 8/22/2008 3:46:15 AM
Name : Mike'brummie'Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson46@btinternet.com
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Comments : This is my correct e mail address
Date : 8/13/2008 3:04:52 AM
Name : Mike 'Brummie' Wilson
E-mail : m.wilson@btinternet.com
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Comments : Those were the days!! I have a load of photographs of our time in Aden which I will add to the site in the not to distant future. Well done Mac for setting the site up, now lets find all the guys.
Date : 6/22/2008 8:19:43 AM
Name : John Tremble
E-mail : john@midiman.wanadoo.co.uk
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Comments : Great job you are doing Mac,keep up the good work, let me have a copy of the Sqn photo when you can so I can "mug up" on names and faces. Regards to all ex 39 Sqn.
Date : 6/17/2008 5:53:51 PM
Name : NEIL MCLEAN
E-mail : nma@iinet.net.au
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Comments : WELCOME TO THE WEBSITE OF THREE NINE FIELD SQUADRON ROYAL ENGINEERS ADEN I FELT ALONG WITH A FEW SQUADRON VETS THAT THIS WAS APPROPRIATE FOR A CONTACT POINT SO THAT WE COULD FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED TO PEOPLE WE SHARED SOME FANTASTIC AND SOME SAD TIMES WITH
ANY MISTAKES ARE ALL MINE AS I WAS THE ONE THAT VOLUNTERED. BOB TAYLOR JACK BRABHAM FRANK COOPER THE LIST IS ENDLESS WHERE ARE YOU? I MET WITH MIKE BRUMMIE WILSON JUNE 7-2008 FIRST TIME IN FORTY YEARS WHAT A GREAT WEEKEND WELL DONE MIKE YOUR STILL THE GREAT GUY I REMEMBER WE HAD A REAL GO AT REMEMBERING NAMES AND WHEN I GET BACK HOME TO AUSTRALIA I WILL POST THE SQUADRON PHOTOGRAPH SO WE CAN PUT NAMES TO FACES PLEASE EMAIL ME WITH ANY INFORMATION OR PICCYS SO WE CAN POST THEM.MY THANKS TO BARRY ROSS FOR HOSTING AND SETTING UP THE WEB SITE
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