Private Frederick Charles Ball
17 May 1897 - 27 Jul 1971
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Biography
Frederick married Doris Masters in 1928.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butleigh Patrol | Patrol member | 27 May 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WQBD 55/1
Occupation
Boot & shoe maker
Address
84a Butleigh, Glastonbury, Somerset
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A WW1 veteran, the family recall he was gassed while in the trenches and was never fully fit after.
He later worked as an electrician. On 15 Dec 1945 the Wells Group of Somerset Auxiliers had a stand down meal at the Bekynton Cafe in Wells. The men are listed in their Patrols. Frederick has a star next to his name which denotes he was in Auxiliary Units from its formation.
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Fred Ball memorial
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Fred and Doris wedding 1928 (from Ancestry)
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Fred Ball with Doris and daughters Jeanne and Doreen. Fred wearing lapel badge (from family)
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Fred Ball (from the family)
References
TNA ref WO199/3390 & 1
1939 Register
Wells stand down menu
Di Masters and Fred's Granddaughter
Ancestry.co.uk