Private Gilbert Thomas Chalke
27 Feb 1914 - 1987
Biography
Gilbert was originally a member of the Plush platoon of the (LDV) Local Defence Volunteers. He was then recruited to the Auxiliary Units.
After the war he also served in the second version of the Home Guard in the 1950s
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plush Patrol | Patrol member | 16 Jun 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WLEE 36/2
Occupation
Farm labourer
Address
Five Bells Cottage, Plush, Dorset
Other information
The son of Herbert and Louisa he married Faith Alner in 1949. He was known as a poacher.
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