Private Harry James Duffett
18 Feb 1910 - 1981
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Harry James Duffett (J Duffett)
Biography
The son of Edward and Elizabeth Duffett. At the time of joining he was living with his sister Charlotte on Hammettts Farm. He was farming for his whole life, mainly as a dairyman. After the war he moved to Wyndham Farm, Allington, near Salisbury. He married Florence Elizabeth Garrad in 1958, moving to the village of Stratford Tony in Wiltshire. They had four children, in addition Frank, Florence's son from her first husband who had died the year before.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pimperne Patrol | Patrol member | 09 Aug 1942 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WLBL 84/1
Occupation
Cowman
Address
1939: 2 Hammetts Farm, Salisbury Road, Pimperne, Blandford Forum. Then 2 Rose Bank, Salisbury Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset
Other information
Harry never spoke of his wartime role with Auxiliary Units. His son was surprised to find out this after his grandson found his name on this website.
References
WO199/3391
1939 Register
Jonathon Duffett