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Re(1): C Sgt
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Posted on June 6, 2025 at 18:45:07 by Geoff Pycroft

Colin
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I have sent you an email.

An interesting AI interpretation.

The information to determine the very first Colour Sergeant (C/Sgt) in the Lancashire Fusiliers is not readily available in these search results. However, the search results do mention Colour Sergeant Frederick Byford, who joined the regiment in June 1889, and had already earned medals for Sudan and Boer War, suggesting he was a senior and experienced non-commissioned officer. This information, combined with the fact that the Lancashire Fusiliers were formed in 1881, suggests that there were likely senior NCOs like Byford in the early years of the regiment's history. The search results also describe the history of the regiment, including its formations, battles, and deployments.

A 3019 Sergt. (Drummer) Byford F is listed in the nominal roll for the 2nd Bn during the Boer War.

From the Forces War Records Web Site

INDEX RECORD FOR

Byford, Frederick
UK, Long Service Good Conduct Medal, 1830-1979
Full Name
Byford, Frederick
Rank Name
Colour Sergeant
Service Number
3019
Recommendation Date
1 Jul 1909
Service
British Army
Primary Unit
Lancashire Fusiliers
Archive Reference
WO102_17-1
Conflict Period
Served For
United Kingdom
award
Long Service and Good Conduct Medal (LSGC, Military)
unit
Lancashire Fusiliers

Geoff P

2nd Bn Boer War

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