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We remember Albert Ernest Walters
We remember Albert Ernest Walters
Timeline
Timeline
1890
sibling
Mabel Jennie Walters
Source:8509363
1st July 1890
1892
sibling
Harry George Walters
Source:8509363
18th December 1892
1895
1902
sibling
Edgar James Walters
Source:8509363
28th November 1902
1910
enlistment
Woolwich
United Kingdom
Source:8497628
2nd December 1910
1914
service
British Army
Fitter
63622
Royal Field Artillery
87th Battery
Source:8497628
5th August 1914 - 16th October 1916
1914
theatres
France & Belgium: 1a
Source:8497631
8th September 1914 - 14th October 1916
1918
theatres
Mesopotamia :6b
Source:8497631
15th April 1918 - 26th January 1919
1918
service
British Army
Fitter/Sergeant
Royal Field Artillery
66th Brigade
Source:8497628
13th June 1918 - 7th April 1919
1921
service
British Army
Acting Staff Sergeant
63622
Royal Field Artillery
11th Brigade
Source:8497628
15th April 1921
1921
marriage
Ruby Marguerita Phillips
Source:8498435
27th August 1921
1928
service
British Army
Warrant Officer Class 2
Royal Artillery
22nd Indian Mountain Brigade
Source:8497628
3rd March 1928
1954
service
British Army
Major
R.E.M.E.
Source:8497631
1954
1987
death
Not War Related
Albert died at his home at the age of 92.
Aldershot, Hants
United Kingdom
Source:8497652
17th December 1987
Details
Details
Names
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| First Names | Albert Ernest |
| Initials | AE |
| Last Name | Walters |
| Source | 8497578 |
| First Names | Bert |
| Initials | B |
| Source | 8497578 |
Gender
| Gender | Source |
|---|---|
| Male |
Contribution
Military Service
Military Service
| Service | Number | Unit | Section | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Army | 63622 | Royal Field Artillery | 87th Battery | Fitter | |
| British Army | Royal Field Artillery | 66th Brigade | Fitter/Sergeant | ||
| British Army | 63622 | Royal Field Artillery | 11th Brigade | Acting Staff Sergeant | |
| British Army | R.E.M.E. | Major | |||
| British Army | Royal Artillery | 22nd Indian Mountain Brigade | Warrant Officer Class 2 |
Awards
| Award | Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 Star with Clasp | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| British War Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal | |
| Victory Medal | First World War Campaign/Service Medal |
Family
Parents
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry George Walters | father | ||
| Annie Walters, nee Perry | mother |
Siblings
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mabel Jennie Walters | sister | 1st July 1890 | |
| Harry George Walters | brother | 18th December 1892 | |
| Edgar James Walters | brother | 28th November 1902 |
Spouse
| Name | Relationship | Dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Marguerita Phillips | wife | 27th August 1921 |
Media
Media
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Birth certificateUnfortunately, this copy from the GRO is of poor quality. Albert was born at 20 Oldridge Road, Balham on 13th August 1895, son of Harry George Walters and his wife Annie, nee Perry.
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Albert E. WaltersAlbert c 1918 showing the insignia of a Fitter with the Royal Artillery and a ribbon for the 1914 Star.
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Service record page 1Transcription of the service record from the Ministry of Defence.Contributed by:
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Service record page 2Transcription of the service record from the Ministry of Defence page 2Contributed by:
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Medal CardThis medal card describes the Clasp and roses presented to men who came under enemy fire in 1914.Contributed by:
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Grave of Albert and Ruby WaltersTheir grave is in the Redan Road cemetery in Aldershot, Hants.Contributed by:
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"An Old Contemptible Looks Back"Albert was interviewed for the "Aldershot News" ahead of the Remembrance Day ceremonies in 1978. (November 10th 1978)Contributed by:
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Mabel, Harry and Albert Walters c1898Studio portrait of the 3 oldest children in their best clothes.Contributed by:
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Albert and Harry Walters c1913Albert (standing) joined the Royal Artillery, while Harry joined the Royal Navy.Contributed by:
Margaret70895
Communities
Communities
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87th Battery Royal Field ArtilleryMore about 87th Battery Royal Field Artillery
Evidence
Evidence
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Official Records
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Medal Index Card |
External Evidence
| Reference | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Free BMD | Margaret70895 |
Multimedia
| Title | Connected by | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Birth certificate | Margaret70895 | |
| Albert E. Walters | Margaret70895 | |
| Albert in 1913 | Margaret70895 | |
| Service record page 1 | Margaret70895 | |
| Service record page 2 | Margaret70895 | |
| Medal Card | Margaret70895 | |
| Grave of Albert and Ruby Walters | Margaret70895 | |
| "An Old Contemptible Looks Back" | Margaret70895 | |
| Mabel, Harry and Albert Walters c1898 | Margaret70895 | |
| Albert and Harry Walters c1913 | Margaret70895 |
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