Private Sydney Thomas Palmer
13 May 1922 - 27 Oct 2009
Biography
The son of John and Elizabeth he married Ruth Cowling in 1944.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coads Green Patrol | Patrol member | Unknown | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WBFH 40/4
Commissioned or Enlisted
June 1940
Occupation
Motor mechanic
Address
The Village, Coads Green, Cornwall
Other information
Sydney worked for Sergeant Walter Tucker in his garage. Though the nominal roll gives his joining date as May 1940 this is most likely joining the Home Guard. It is recalled he joined later after Alan Gilbard left due to ill health.
References
Alwyn Harvey recorder for Defence of Britain Database
TNA ref WO199/3391
1939 Register