The son of Robert and Emily Shapland, Edward and George were brothers. Edward married Dorothy Ford in 1936.
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tawstock Patrol | Patrol member | 24 May 1940 | 16 Apr 1943 |
Gamekeeper & rabbit trapper
Edward was discharged from Auxiliary Units to join His Majesty's forces 16th April 1943.
Since leaving school, Edward Shapland and his brother Auxilier George both worked on the Tawstock Court Estate as gamekeeper, under-keeper and gardeners. They were both rather thin, very active and tough with vast knowledge of the woods. Able to make themselves disappear with the stealth they used in dealing with poachers, both were able to look after themselves and could be a handful if needs be. They were both crack shots and an asset to the Patrol.
In later life one became a farmer, the other a full time gardener.
The late Auxilier Bert Verney from his book “Reflections – A trilogy of memories” ISBN 1 874448 20 5
TNA ref WO 199/3391
The Book of Bishops Tawton by Amery, Luxford and Sanders.
1939 Register