Regiment?

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I have just posted this picture up here:

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php/topic,281584.0/topicseen.html

The man in the uniform is my great grandpa, George Dickson. He was born in Galashiels, Selkirkshire and lived there all his life, and worked as a painter.  I was led to believe by my Mum that this photo was pre-WW1.... and it has now been suggested that this is a WW1 uniform.

I have also just been told that it looks like his cap badge identifies him as an Argyle & Sutherland Highlander.

So, is this correct, and if so where do I start looking (without taking a trip to Kew) for info on his WW1 service or any other info??

Thanks from a beginner......

Tx

[atom12]

Yes, George is indeed an Argyll and Sutherland Highlander in the photo.

Here is a link to medal index cards, but there are 5 for George Dickson.  However, as you get 6 medal index cards on the one download  for £3.50, you are likely to receive your George's card among them.

 http://www.rootschat.com/links/02lm/

A lovely photo BTW 

[atom12]

Hi 

It would be a bit o' luck if your George had a middle initial to help identify the correct man.  You really want his regimental number to be able to follow-on your research.  If his medals are available, his regimental number will be on the rim.

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George didn't have a middle name unfortunately. But it looks like that has narrowed it down to one of three 

Thank you!

Tx

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I got the medal cards and it is still one of three George Dicksons how do I find out which is his as I thought it may have had at least a dob on???

I'm extra confused now!!

Can anyone help? Where else can I look?

Tx

[mmm45]

http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=2c916c1b8ac5198d813aa5d44a91e7bf&topic=90360.msg385574

Could be worth a PM to the originator Dawn.

Ady

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Have tried this thanks, but they havent been online for a while

Fingers crossed

Tx

[scrimnet]

PM "themonsstar"...He does research at Kew and for a fair price as well...he also knows his stuff as he is ex army!

[Tomscot]

Hi,
    The badge your grt/Grandfather is wearing in his ToS is the that of the Kings Own Scottish Borderers, not the Argyle & Sutherland Highlanders, you can see the image of Edinburgh Castle in the center of the badge. The A&SH is a lot bigger than the Borderers Badge, in fact up until the forming of the Royel Regiment of Scotland the A&SH badge was the biggest in the British Army its nick name was the mess tin.I hope this of help to you,and the best of luck in your research.
                                                       Regards
                                                                   Tomscot