During the First World War John's great grandfather, Hebert Halsey, was involved in guarding the railway at Berkhamsted. He has provided a photograph of the 43rd Protection Company, possibly taken at Berkhamsted railway station.
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| 43rd Protection Company at Berkhamsted |
Most of these men probably came from the Berkhamsted area. Tell me if you can identify any of them. [Larger picture]
Information on Protection Companies elsewhere in Hertfordshire will also be of interest.
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