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Offline Darren

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Dating - Thomson - Thornhill, Scotland
« on: Thursday 01 June 23 08:10 BST (UK) »
Hi
I have this gentleman as James Thomson b. 1886 - d. 1917, but I believe that to be incorrect (looks too old), possibly a sibling, maybe Robert Black Thomson b. 1880 - d. 1937

Can anyone please help identify the uniform or date, so I can place the photo with the right man?
Thank you,
Darren
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Re: Dating - Thomson - Thornhill, Scotland
« Reply #1 on: Friday 02 June 23 11:12 BST (UK) »
I'll have a go. Royal Navy, Bicorn hat was worn up until the first World War. First medal appears to be the Distinguished Service cross, [Late Conspicuous Service Cross]. Instituted by King Edward in 1901.
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Re: Dating - Thomson - Thornhill, Scotland
« Reply #2 on: Sunday 04 June 23 13:49 BST (UK) »
Thank you
Reynolds, Collinson, Sceats, Lambert, Dunk, Roach, Paxman, Osmond, Mills, Lucas, Fairbairn, Cooper