READ THE STORY: The 'Unknown Major' no more

29 May 2018

Researched by David Tattersfield, the Vice Chairman of The Western Front Association, this detective story shows how a casual visit to a military cemetery and an inquisitive nature led David to uncover the name and the story behind the 'An Unknown Major' of the Royal Engineers.

22 Hermonville Military Cemetery Capture
22 Hermonville Military Cemetery Capture

Read the full story > HERE Major 'Alastair' M.C. 

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