Private Robert Blenkarn
31 Aug 1898 - 19 Oct 1953
Biography
The eldest son of Mr and Mrs J W Blenkarn who first farmed Collington Farm in 1898 where Robert was born and spent all his life. He was a widow when he died and is buried at Throwley.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Badlesmere Patrol | Patrol member | 25 Jun 1940 | 01 Nov 1943 |
National ID
DJUI 10/3
Occupation
Shepherd
Address
Collington Farm, Ashford Road, Badlesmere, Kent
Other information
Left Auxiliary Units to return to 9th Battalion Home Guard 1st November 1943.
Robert was a keen footballer and cricketer and was well known for organising most social events in the village.
References
TNA ref WO199/3390 & 1
1939 Register
Faversham News 23 Oct 1953