Apprentice Gardener - 217/5 Industry Group 2K
Medical Category: Initially A1, later changed to B1 - free from serious organic diseases, possess reasonable physical stamina, and are fit for garrison service or duties behind the front lines
Joined the Territorial Army on 15th June 1944 for the duration of the Emergency under the National Service Acts 1939 to 1941
13th July 1944 transferred to the Welch [sic] Regiment.
Transferred to Training Centre (Royal Engineers) on 18th January 1945 - T.T.Wing.
Listed as Y List (Hospital) on 21-03-1945
Listed as Med 109 Milt. Conv. Depot 7-11-1945 (Convalescence?)
Posted to Y List (E) 23rd July 1946 - Class W and W(T) Army Reserves were categories used by the British Army during the First World War (defined by Army Order 203/16) for soldiers whose services were deemed more valuable to the country in civil employment than in military service.
Royal Army Reserve 13th August 1946, Class B release - early releases for personnel with critical civilian skills, such as builders or teachers, needed for national reconstruction
No injuries listed during service.
Military history sheet - service at home only.
