WWI picture?

jencc · 28 June 2005, 09:37 AM

I thought you may be able to help me place a date on this photo? My Grandfather is on the right. And why is his uniform different from the other man's? Jenny

TomVrille · 28 June 2005, 10:39 AM

The uniform differences are because your grandfather was an officer and his NCO friend was not. Then as now, rank has its privileges and visible distinctions.

jencc · 28 June 2005, 11:04 AM

Is this a uniform from WWI?

retread · 28 June 2005, 03:58 PM

Darn tootin' it is.

jencc · 28 June 2005, 04:57 PM

obviously new to WWI too! What is NCO?

NeilE · 28 June 2005, 05:19 PM

Jenny;

NCO = Non-Commissioned Officer. In this case a sergeant.

Regards

Neil

cameldriver · 29 June 2005, 04:16 AM

By the bar on his hat, your grandfather was a lieutenant. From the wings on his chest, he was a pilot. The wings look like they were made in England, so it is likely that he served overseas. Do you have any more information about him to share with us?

Vin · 29 June 2005, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TomVrille

The uniform differences are because your grandfather was an officer and his NCO friend was not. Then as now, rank has its privileges and visible distinctions.

The Sam Browne. Are the boots different ? Grandad's boots look like riding boots.

jencc · 29 June 2005, 05:21 AM

I posted a thread below with most of the info I know on him. I have postcards that he sent over from France and we have his medals. I just have to get them. I'll have to ask my mom about those boots. Jenny

PFFF · 29 June 2005, 09:11 AM

If your ancestor was an American -write to Adjutant General Office of State Capital of state where he resided at enlistment
IF he was an AMerican who served in RCAF-try the Canadian MOD website on
how to find service record for WWI