Remembering every man
Regimental history, and commemorating every man, is more than important to us. Everyone that we have identified as serving with 43rd Reconnaissance Regiment, has an individual record, which can be searched here. We know a great many names remain missing, given the regiment’s full strength of 850 men, with a great many new names that would have been added following the Derrycunihy disaster.
We trust these records will help more families discover a deeper connection with their relative’s war-time service with the 43rd Reconnaissance Regiment.
If your relative is not included, you have corrections or additional information, please post a comment on the relevant page or Contact-Us
Explore each period of Regimental history,
Where days or details remain missing, we’re working through more additions, so please check back regularly,
Sept 1939 – early 1940. Fifth Glosters into battle
May 1940; – Day by Day – France, Belgium & Dunkirk
July 1940 – Jun 1944. Conversion to Recce
June 24 1944. The most significant day in the entire history of the regiment
How the Regiment worked. While this isn’t stricty part of the chronological history, it’s useful to understand some of these details before reading on…
July 1944 – May 1945. Day by Day – The Fight for Europe
May 1945 on. Peace-keeping Operations
April 1946. Disbandment 1946 & Reflections
From 1946, until the last men of the regiment passed-away, both 43rd (Wessex) Division and 43rd Reconnaissance Regiment had active Old Comrades Associations. While they existed, we were involved. Sadly no more.
Experience Living History
1981 – 43rd Reconnaissance Regiment Living History Group was formed to commemorate those who served, and continues to the present day. We provide a living memorial to the Regiment and their vehicles. Please check the Events page for shows we’ll attend.
References & Further Reading
If you would like to contribute information or updates, please comment on the relevant page or Contact Us.