Private John Thomas Thornton
18 Sep 1918 - 2004
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bromyard Patrol | Patrol member | Sept 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
OGBA 19/3
Occupation
Stockman
Address
The Stone House, Bringsty. Later White Railings Cottage, The Downs, Bromyard, Herefordshire.
Other information
John worked for Sergeant Agnew at Brookhouse Farm. Agnew was recruited from the Home Guard in late summer 1940. John Thornton was called up to the regular army but returned after only a few days.
References
TNA ref WO199/3389,
1939 Register.
The Mercian Maquis - Lowry & Wilks