My grandfather William Joy was in the RFA, Reg No 38455. His records have not survived. which is particularly unfortunate, as he served for over 14 years.
I am trying to fill in some of the gap using the papers that I do have (his Discharge and Conduct Certificates) and some photos. My father has my grandfather’s medals.
Discharge Certificate
Enlisted at Southend on Sea 6 September 1905
Discharged after 14 years 122 days with the Colours and 85 days in the Army Reserve
Character Certificate
Rank BQMS
Date of discharge 3 March 1920
The writing on both these certificates is now very faint.
When he married in July 1913 he was a Bombardier at Woolwich No 1 Depot.
From the Medal Rolls I have found that when he disembarked for France on 9 September 1915 he had the rank of Sergeant.
This is one of the photos of my grandfather and I wondered what you can tell me about it. I can rescan specific parts if that would help. (By the way I did not put the marks on the photo!)
Any help much appreciated.
Barbara
