Royal Medical Corps in Mesopotamia
Item
Title
Royal Medical Corps in Mesopotamia
Who?
Edgar Charles Smith - Great Grandfather of contributor
Item(s)
Book of photographs
Story
Edgar Chales Smith was a member of the Royal Army Medical Corps serving in Mesopotamia. He never spoke about his experience and military records caught fire so the army no. and parts of the story have been lost. Enrolled 03.04.1915 and was demobilised 06.10.1919. He worked for the railway for many years.
Large collection of photographs which Edgar took, of which quite a lot were recreational. Photographs of regiment and field hospital. Whilst on active service Edgar created an embroidery which Neil hopes to upload himself.
Large collection of photographs which Edgar took, of which quite a lot were recreational. Photographs of regiment and field hospital. Whilst on active service Edgar created an embroidery which Neil hopes to upload himself.
When?
Unknown
Where?
Mesopotamia
Contributor
Neil Witt
Collection Day
South West Roadshow, Plymouth
This item was submitted on June 3, 2019