Harold Thomas Hooper
Item
Title
Harold Thomas Hooper
Who?
Harold Thomas Hooper
Item(s)
2 images front and back of a set of 4 medals: 1914-15 Star, British War Medal 1914-1918, Victory Medal and Long Service Medal.
A photo of Harold Hooper in uniform stood next to a lady who is seated.
Post card photo of Harold Hooper in uniform with chums and the writing on the back of the card. Harold Hooper's service record
A photo of Harold Hooper in uniform stood next to a lady who is seated.
Post card photo of Harold Hooper in uniform with chums and the writing on the back of the card. Harold Hooper's service record
Story
Harold was Roger’s maternal grandfather. He was born 10th September 1890 in Swindon, Wiltshire. His occupation was a Collier before he joined the Navy.
His service record shows the “Date and Period of C.S. Engagements” is 10th September 1908 – 12 yrs age 18. He was made an Able in July 1909. He entered the Fleet Reserve. His first service date was 30th June 1906 aboard the Impregnable. His last ship was Victory 1 and he left 4th June 1921. He received a long service medal in the RFR, he had joined 4th October 1913. His service number was 236885 and he served for 12 years.
He was awarded 4 medals:
1914 – 15 Star
British War Medal 1914 – 1918
Victory Medal
Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
In the war he served on a number of ships.
He died 18th January 1934 in Somerset.
The family story was that he was 12 years old when he joined.
His service record shows the “Date and Period of C.S. Engagements” is 10th September 1908 – 12 yrs age 18. He was made an Able in July 1909. He entered the Fleet Reserve. His first service date was 30th June 1906 aboard the Impregnable. His last ship was Victory 1 and he left 4th June 1921. He received a long service medal in the RFR, he had joined 4th October 1913. His service number was 236885 and he served for 12 years.
He was awarded 4 medals:
1914 – 15 Star
British War Medal 1914 – 1918
Victory Medal
Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
In the war he served on a number of ships.
He died 18th January 1934 in Somerset.
The family story was that he was 12 years old when he joined.
When?
1906-1921
Where?
On various ships
Contributor
Roger Every
Collection Day
Williton Pavilion 6th April 2019
This item was submitted on June 27, 2019