Re: David William Ainslie
I remember David from Tidworth days (70's). He was quite a character and very well spoken, so much so, (the story goes) when he arrived at the Battalion and reported to the CSM Bravo Company, Brian (Cooper) shot to attention and addressed him as Sir! After some time Dave announced that he was actually a Fusilier. Those of us who remember Brian (with affection) need only to imagine what his reaction was...and I am still laughing typing this post.
On another occasion that quite a few may remember, we as a Battalion paraded for Spearhead duty (I think for NI). We were all on parade with Webbing, Large Pack and Kit Bag (sausage bag) ....not Dave. Webbing, Large pack and SUITCASE another blood vessel in the afore mentioned CSM's temple at bursting point.
A gentle man who will be sorely missed. Godbless David.
Re: David William Ainslie
Our condolences to David's family and friend at this sad time. RIP mate. All at Shrewsbury Branch RWFCA.
Re: David William Ainslie
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Gwyn Nicholas
I remember David from Tidworth days (70's). He was quite a character and very well spoken, so much so, (the story goes) when he arrived at the Battalion and reported to the CSM Bravo Company, Brian (Cooper) shot to attention and addressed him as Sir! After some time Dave announced that he was actually a Fusilier. Those of us who remember Brian (with affection) need only to imagine what is reaction was...and I am still laughing typing this post.
I never knew David, but I was certainly aware of that story, which was part of the RWF folklore of the 70/80's. A classic.
Deepest sympathy to all his family and friends.
Re: David William Ainslie
Hello all,
May I pass on the condolences of both the Merthyr Tydfil and Carmarthen branches on the demise of David. Our sympathy to all David's family and friends at this most sad time.
R B Donovan pp Derek Singer & Sonia Prichard.
Re: David William Ainslie
Sad loss remember him well. RIP.
Re: David William Ainslie
Thank you so much for replying to my posting of our devastating news. My dad would have been very happy to know that people remember him with such memories. Damien Ainslie.
Re: David William Ainslie
Condolences from all members of the Denbigh and District Branch The Royal Welch Fusiliers Comrades Association a true legend has passed on.
Re: David William Ainslie
please pass on our condolences to the family.
Re: David William Ainslie
Deepest condolences to family and friends from all at London Branch RWFCA.
Gerry 43
Branch Secretary