Richard H Williams 87026

Forum members, Once again I need your help regarding information on Richard H. Williams Regimental Number 87026.

I am in possession of his British War Medal which came to me via my Grandfathers affects, ( among his medals ). I think he is related by marriage as there is a Williams in the family tree. The only reason I can think of that my Grandfather would have his medal is that my Grandfather's BWM., ( which I have) has a broken clasp, and so I am assuming that he borrowed Richard's and was not return due to my Grandfathers sudden death at work.

I cannot find his service records, although I have a copy of his Medal Index Card. He was awarded British War Medal and Victory Medal reference J/2/102B28, page 9209. So Richard entered theatre of war during or after 1916.

Any information would be much appreciated, if that includes a family address that would be even better.

My I say thanks in advance for your efforts.

Richard Henry Williams 87026 joined the RWF c.04/1918, embarked 30/08/1918 and was posted to 16 RWF from the Base Depot.

No further information found.

John

BaconWallah, Thanks for that, information much appreciated and can be worked on. Once again thanks for the time spent searching.

Morning John, Just to let you know thanks to the information you supplied I have managed to add to the life of Richard.

He was born on 26.7. 1900 in Westminster Road, Moss, Wrexham, the son of John and Elizabeth Williams and one of 4 children. Baptised at St. Pauls Church Broughton, on 26.8.1900.

He survived the war and latter married a Blodwen Powell at St Pauls Church Broughton on 25.2.1923. He died 21.4.1966 and is buried in Wrexham Cemetery

Dave