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Suggesion -- Shareen Roweth, 04:36:32 02/17/08 Sun [1]

Hiya just looking at the message that Spike sent dont you think Rick and Paulines 25th wud be a good idea 4 a get together???????????????????????????????

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SUGGESTIONS -- SPIKE, 03:20:55 02/14/08 Thu [1]

Hello to you all,

Has anyone got any suggestions for a get together at anytime this year????
I know we dont need an excuse for a party but lets get something going shall we.Mind you it's my birthday in july but i will be in portugal,so if anyone wanted to have a beer or three,bring it on ha ha.

Hope you are all well.........spike and family

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Pauline and Rick Gwiazda's 25th wedding anniversary -- Shareen Roweth, 11:31:10 02/03/08 Sun [1]

Hi every1 just to let u know Pauline and Rick Gwiazda are havin a bash for there 25th wedding anniversary venue not been booked yet(but to be held in Perth) but will let u know when it is!!!

........If you are wanting to attend b&b's are availible and i could arrange something
just email me
shareen-louise@hotmail.co.uk

Hope every1 is well much luv Shareen x

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be open minded -- Plas, 15:04:37 04/28/07 Sat [3]

Is Lippstadt the only History of this Battery???

I seem to remember a tour of Ireland and the Gulf since, can we please remember the lads that held the Battery together in the latter years??

Topcliffe, Dortmund I'm sure have as much to offer as those that served in Lippstadt.

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[> Re: be open minded -- Tom McFadden, 08:28:43 06/13/07 Wed [1]

Plas, drop me an e-mail mate.


>Is Lippstadt the only History of this Battery???
>
>I seem to remember a tour of Ireland and the Gulf
>since, can we please remember the lads that held the
>Battery together in the latter years??
>
>Topcliffe, Dortmund I'm sure have as much to offer as
>those that served in Lippstadt.

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[> [> Re: be open minded -- John Clarke, 09:52:33 06/13/07 Wed [1]

>Don't forget Devizes

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[> [> Re: be open minded -- Dusty Stevenson, 03:15:08 02/01/08 Fri [1]

>Hello Tom... Hope this finds you well.. Hows Di and the family... Say Hello to Russ and Ann... Hope to see you at the Reunion... take care... D

las, drop me an e-mail mate.


>
>
>>Is Lippstadt the only History of this Battery???
>>
>>I seem to remember a tour of Ireland and the Gulf
>>since, can we please remember the lads that held the
>>Battery together in the latter years??
>>
>>Topcliffe, Dortmund I'm sure have as much to offer as
>>those that served in Lippstadt.

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Nap[ier Barracks Dortmund -- Terry St Pierre (Interesting), 23:46:27 01/29/08 Tue [1]


For those old soldiers that served in Napier Barracks Dortmund or even those that had occasion to visit the former Luftwaffe base it is worth visiting this site
http://napierbarracksdortmund.blogspot.com/
Very interesting, informative and some good photo,s. I will be sending the host some photo,s to fill the void left by the absence of 27 Regiment 61-67. Take a look.
Regards

Terry

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Hi All -- Chris Wilson [Ex Roweth], 09:32:12 01/29/08 Tue [1]

Yes julie we know its your big 50 this year its my big 50 this year too how all these years have past i remember Escape and Invasion what a good time we had i have lots of good memories when i was in lippy i often think about the good old times i would like to go back to lippy some day and see how much its changed Any WAy Take Care Everybody

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27 SITE NOW LINKED -- SPIKE, 08:20:11 01/22/08 Tue [1]

SORRY FOR THE WAITE GUY'S

CLICK ON THE 27 REGT PICTURE AND IT WILL TAKE YOU TO THE SITE. A BIG WALL DONE TO DAVE

SPIKE

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hi all. -- Julie, 12:42:15 01/21/08 Mon [1]

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO U GUYS AND LINDA.......Hope you have a great year. Just thought i'd drop a line and say.....OMG,the last 30 years has flown by. Its the big 50 for me this year and it doesnt seem that long ago since i was 16 travelling to Gutersloh airport by myself with Lisa just aged 4 months. Shes now 32. Got so many memories of living in Lippstadt tho. Can you remember Linda when we went on the Escape an invasion weekend, where we were dropped off in the middle of a wood with no food or sleeping gear and we had to find everything. Christine Roweth and Kathy jones was also in our team. Spike has a picture of us, hope he shows it. Fantastic weekend....Shame we didnt win.But we had plenty of blisters. Loved being part of 23 Bty....Great guys as im sure you all still are. Spike me old mucker..You should put a section on the sight, where people like myself can remember and share with others. Makes a great read.Well, ill be putting other things on that i remember soon, so stay tuned. Till next time. Julie x

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[> Re: hi all. -- Linda Mccafferty, 03:58:42 01/26/08 Sat [1]

Hi Julie!! i do remember escape and evasion!! ive still got the booklet thing we got and some pics!! Was fab wasnt it!!!

i have very fond memomories of Lippy...loved it :-)

Take care L xx

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IT'S A GIRL -- spike, 04:47:19 01/21/08 Mon [1]

JUST TO LET YOU ALL KNOW.SMUDGE SMITH'S DAUGHTER KAT,GAVE BIRTH TO A LITTLE GIRL (KALIN ROSE) ON SATURDAY MORNING.
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER DOING WELL.
WELL DONE TO YOU ALL.DAMION DID'NT KNOW YOU HAD IT IN YOU MATE.HA HA

SPIKE

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OLD FREND -- DICKY BROUGHTON, 12:36:55 01/17/08 Thu [1]

HI MESSAGE FOR ROCKY HUDSON THROUGH LINDA & NEIL
THOMPSON & ANY BODY WHO KNEW RAY MOWER & BROTHER PAUL
TEL NO 07966020209 AT ALVINGHAM FISHERIES, RIVERSIDE,
POND, LOCK ROAD,ALVINGHAM,LOUTH, LINCS,LN117EU,HAVE
PASSED ON REUNION INFO & HE & HIS LADY WILL BE THERE
REGARDS DICKY.

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[> Re: OLD FREND -- Linda Mccafferty, 03:49:43 01/26/08 Sat [1]

Passed the message on to me dad - Dicky....thanks!!!!!!

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new 27 site -- Dave Abbott, 00:56:25 01/13/08 Sun [1]

Hi everyone, Happy New Year to you and yours. The new 27 regt site is now open and, apaprt from a few glitches seems to be working well. Please register on the site as it helps Terry St Pierre in the future to contact people. See you all at the reunion in June. Off to sunny spain for a few weeks in the sun now.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR -- Linda Mccafferty, 00:21:12 01/08/08 Tue [1]

Just wishing everyone a Happy New Year and hope we all have a good one. Love Linda Mc and family and Rocky and Ann, xxxxxxxxxxxxx

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[> Re: HAPPY NEW YEAR -- Dusty Stevenson, 03:21:22 02/01/08 Fri [1]

>Hello Linda... Here's hoping this finds you all well.. Happy New Year to you... Dusty



Just wishing everyone a Happy New Year and hope we all
>have a good one. Love Linda Mc and family and Rocky
>and Ann, xxxxxxxxxxxxx

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LIPPI -- SPIKE, 08:22:59 12/27/07 Thu [3]

Thinking about haveing a few days in LIPPI as from next Thursday til Sunday.

Anyone interested in joining me???

Spike

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[> Re: LIPPI -- Topper, 01:44:59 12/29/07 Sat [1]

Are you going by car mate

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[> Re: LIPPI -- Tommo, 05:31:58 12/29/07 Sat [1]

Love to but off down south 3rd thu - sat, never mind another time mate

But have a good time

Tommo

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[> [> Re: LIPPI -- Topper, 02:54:32 01/01/08 Tue [1]

Hope they are your days off!!! ha ha

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HAPPY NEW YEAR -- SPIKE, 10:58:52 12/31/07 Mon [1]

A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ONE AND ALL.HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL SOON IN 2008.

PS......PETE BROOKES,HOPE YOU AND YOURS ARE WELL.NICE TO SEE YOU ON THE MESSAGE BOARD AGAIN MUCKER.

SPIKE AND FAMILY

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[> Re: HAPPY NEW YEAR -- frankie, 19:20:57 12/31/07 Mon [1]

happy new year to you all may 2008 bring you everything you wish for... take care lads

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new year -- pete brookes, 10:38:02 12/31/07 Mon [1]

hi guys and gals just like to wish you all a happy new year go get drunk have fun but do it all safely

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SEASON GREETINGS -- LEYLAND[CHUBBY], 14:21:23 12/30/07 Sun [1]

JUST TO WISH ALL MEMBERS OF 27 REGT RA,ALL THE BEST FOR THE NEW YEAR.
CHUBBY@JEAN

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happy new year -- dave atkin ackers, 07:34:41 12/30/07 Sun [1]

hi all.
well crimbo is over.

so its time to wish everyone. a happy new year.so keep safe and see you all soon. dave ackers atkin.

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All the best -- Dave Hatchard, 04:05:41 12/30/07 Sun [1]

From Me ALI and Will

Wish you all the best for new year and hope everyone has good health also hope to see you all soon

Regards

Scouse

ps I will be raising money for charity next year as normal
if anyone has charity in mind let me know

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Christmas & New Year -- Tommo, 06:52:06 12/27/07 Thu [1]

Hope everyone had a fab christmas and you have a GREATER New Year. ALL THE VERY BEST (hic hic)

Hope to talk to you all in the New Year

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HO HO BLOODY HO ! -- mick sobota, 06:21:57 12/22/07 Sat [2]

GREETINGS FELLOW LAGER EXTERMINATORS. IT IS WITH GREAT PRIDE THAT I CAN INFORM YOU ALL THAT THE WAR ON LAGER IS GOING WELL.WE HAVE SEEN MASS SLAUGHTER ON THE HOME FRONT SINCE PACKING UP WORK FOR CRIMBO AND WE CAN EXPECT MORE SLAYINGS IN THE DAYS TO COME SO COME ON RALLY YOUR COMRADES AND UNLEASH THAT INDEX FINGER ON THAT RINGPULL. FOR GOD,FOR QUEEN AND FOR 23 BATTERY CRACK EM OPEN AND REJOICE. oh alright then, merry christmas one and all from mick,tracey,george & ollie.

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[> Re: HO HO BLOODY HO ! -- DARREN BRETT (SPRATTY), 10:34:39 12/22/07 Sat [1]

Hi mick just to let you know that we are giving the JOHN SMITHS a good hammering up here in Thirsk if fact you would be rather proud of us!!!! A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND THE REST OF 23 BTY HO HO HO..........

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[> [> Re: HO HO BLOODY HO ! -- rob i stil like to drink garde, 07:52:19 12/26/07 Wed [1]

>Hi mick just to let you know that we are giving the
>JOHN SMITHS a good hammering up here in Thirsk if fact
>you would be rather proud of us!!!! A MERRY CHRISTMAS
>TO YOU AND THE REST OF 23 BTY HO HO HO..........
is it still cold up there happy xmas

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ALL THE LADS AND LASSIES AWAY -- SPIKE, 15:36:28 12/24/07 Mon [1]

As we all are at home with our loved ones,just take a couple of minutes out and lets think about ALL the service's overseas as the clock srikes 12.
I know that at some stage our boy will be away and we will have each day to think about him wherever he may be.

Merry xmas to you all and god bless

Spike & Tracey

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'Seasonal Greetings' -- Jim Martin (N-u-t-s.), 07:17:28 12/24/07 Mon [1]

Just like to say to those that remember me, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too you all!
Maybe, hope to see some of you at the twenty-seven penal panzer regimental bash at Weston-super-mere in June 2008.
Take care out there!....Don't get too p-i-s-s-e-d. lol.
Jim Martin (ex 49/23/HQ ) 1975-78/81.

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Frankie 56 BTY -- SPIKE, 18:30:31 12/06/07 Thu [4]

With great regret Frankie Frew's daughter passed away last week (30).I, like the whole of 23 BTY would like to pass our condolences to Frankie and his family who in 2004 looked after us all so well at the reunion in scotland.

God bless mucker

spike

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[> Re: Frankie 56 BTY -- GRAHAM., 08:32:52 12/07/07 Fri [1]

SENDING ARE CONDOLENCES TO FRANKIE AND FAMILY ON THE SAD LOSS OF YOUR DAUGHTER.
GRAHAM@JEAN.[LEYLAND]

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[> [> Re: Frankie 56 BTY -- frankie, 07:52:13 12/09/07 Sun [1]

thanks for your kind words..... its going to a strange christmas this year...... take care you all..... frankie

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[> Re: Frankie 56 BTY -- Stan the man (Sad), 07:51:00 12/10/07 Mon [1]

Frankie

Sorry to hear of your sad loss, its never a good time to loose any one.

Keep your chin up mate.

All the best

Sue & Stan

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[> Re: Frankie 56 BTY -- Steve Scully (Condolence), 06:17:31 12/24/07 Mon [1]

Frankie

May I offer my sincere condolences on what must be the most devastating time for you and your family, especially at this particular time of the year.

Steve.

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Crimbo -- Stan the Man, 03:33:36 12/24/07 Mon [1]

Just like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Crimbo and a Very Happy New Year.

All the best

Sue, Stan, Gavin and Dean (The Flinn's)

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merr christmas and a great new year -- frankie, 02:57:02 12/24/07 Mon [1]

can i take this opportunity to wish you all a merry christmas and of course a drunken new year,thanks for your support over the years..... stag on

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ho ho ho -- dave ackers atkin, 02:54:04 12/23/07 Sun [1]

well boys crimbo is again upon us.
so i would like to say have a good one.
just off out to the rangers to give my index finger.a good work out. at the local. so have a good un all the best to you all. dave ackers atkin.

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xmas -- Linda Mccafferty, 01:40:04 12/21/07 Fri [1]

hello everyone....just to wish everyone a happy xmas and all the best for the new year.......stay safe and dont drink and drive......have a drink for me .....linda mc and family.....xxxxx

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[> Re: xmas -- lisa & emma, 08:29:55 12/24/07 Mon [1]

Hi to you all just wishing you all a merry xmas and have a good new year hope to meet up again sooner rather then later. Have a good one xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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CONDOLENCES -- Linda Mccafferty, 02:07:12 12/19/07 Wed [1]

My mam and dad - Rocky and Anne Hudson have asked me to pass on their condolences to frankie and family.

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Merry Christmas -- Ken (Satts) Satterly ex HQ, 08:00:31 12/17/07 Mon [1]

I would just like to wish all members of the fighting 23rd a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

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MERRY CHRISTMAS -- SPIKE, 02:31:19 12/13/07 Thu [1]

Well it's that time of the year again.

Myself,Tracey,Josh,Ashleigh and Goerge would like to wish you ALL A VERY HAPPY CHRISMAS AND HOPE ALL OF YOU HAVE A GREAT NEW YEAR. (Even you Mr Brown)

The year has been a good one with most of us meeting up at some point for party's and golf weekends.So we had Paul's Birthday Bash in Bradford,Sue Flinn's Birthday in Liverpool,The 23 Bty golf comp in Northampton.
The Regt is haveing a reunion at the start of June so for the one's of you who are attending have a great time.I wont be there due to George not being of age (18)But thats just RED Tape and not Terry's Fault.
I would love to get something on the go for our BTY in 2008 so any ideas would be appreciated.
For any members of 23 who havent as yet been able to attend any functions over the past couple of years for whatever reasons,please get in touch as it would be great to see you at some stage.

So thats about it for now you lot,as i have said,enjoy your christmas and new year and remember to walk or taxi if out on the town ok.

Spike and family

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sad news -- dave atkin ackers, 10:44:21 12/07/07 Fri [1]

i would also like to pass on my condolences
to frankie and his family.
we are all thinking of you at this very sad time.

dave atkin ackers.

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[> Re: sad news -- frankie, 12:52:43 12/12/07 Wed [1]

thanks lads..... its much appreciated, take care ......

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New Vehicles -- Topper, 05:51:05 11/29/07 Thu [2]

Anyone looking for great deals on vehicles have a look at one of our web-sites; abrleasing.co.uk. I'm sure we can sort 'special' rates for x 23Bty chaps!

Regards

Topper

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[> Re: New Vehicles -- Brian Bethell, 22:20:11 12/01/07 Sat [1]

Does your company just do mid to long-term leasing? Or do you do yer normal car rental periods (up to 4 weeks)? I'm in UK next year for about a month and am still kicking tyres to find how the various prices compare.
Brian

>Anyone looking for great deals on vehicles have a look
>at one of our web-sites; abrleasing.co.uk. I'm sure
>we can sort 'special' rates for x 23Bty chaps!
>
>Regards
>
>Topper

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[> [> Re: New Vehicles -- Topper, 04:00:34 12/03/07 Mon [1]

Hi Bri,

Yes mate its short to long term I'm afraid.
If you speak to Tommo, his misses works in the office and I know that they supply rental companies with vehicles so should be able to get you a good deal.

All the best mate

Topper

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BOOK & PHOTOS -- SPIKE, 02:29:00 11/25/07 Sun [1]

Well done with the book topper.I know it's taken a while to complete (red tape) and all that,but i'm sure it's worth every page.

Tommo u have my address so if u would like to send me the photos i will deal ok.They will be safe no worries.
I would like to revamp the site soon for the new year but i do need some ideas from u all.As i keep saying the site is for everyone so lets have your input.
I know not alot has changed for a while but i have been busy.
SPIKE

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'The Book!' -- Topper, 03:13:49 11/22/07 Thu [2]

Spike.

Its almost ready for release!.

For those that have been asking, the book I have been contemplating releasing is now at the publishers in Pittsburgh PA.

It should be released early next year (hopefully January).
It is being released as a Modern Fiction, primarily to protect from any form of libel. However, many of you will recognise your characters from the 23 Bty days.

The review from the international book writers association says
'Composed in captivating narrative and compelling dialogue, the story flows at a brisk tempo. The plot contains more than a few strategically placed, unexpected twists that will maintain the readers interest throughout. The characters are developed and presented in a multi-dimensional fashion revealing the intricacies of their unique personalities and individual agendas. In addition, Mr Brown effectively managees to avoid artificially padding the work with superfluous ans unnecessary characters thereby keeing the focus directed toward the main storyline. Navigating the plot to a well-conceived and logical conclusion, the author will leave the reader with a sense of time well invested in the reading of this story. His highly creative style of writing combined with a keen attention to detail will further enhance the appeal of his work.'

The reason I mention all this on the site is so if any of you manage to get hold of a copy and read about your own character, I wanted you to know that I have tried to portray everyone mention in the positive light in which I experienced them.

Those that really want a copy, if you let Sppike know, and once it is out I will send him a box full and he can sebd them to you.

Oh, and Tommo and Spike...I'm sure both Chippy Fry and I both beat you on the BFT's ha ha.

Hope all are well

Topper

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[> Re: 'The Book!' -- Tommo, 03:53:47 11/22/07 Thu [1]

Well wat can i say except, it must of taken a lot of time and no doubt an emense of hard work staying up in the weeeee hours to put the book together, and of course all this happening while you were juggling many other activities happening around you.

I am sure everyone will purchase a copy and WANT their copy signed by the author, That means u deserve all the recognition for wat u have achieved (covering your back always).

Oh and the above statement does not accept that either me or spike may of let you and chippy come in before us in the BFT's ha ha ha

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[> Re: 'The Book!' -- Stan the Man, 04:52:44 11/23/07 Fri [1]

I'm quite sure that those of us that are in Liverpool will be able to attend a book signing session in one of the local hostelries. A couple of wets will go down really well, don't you think.

All the best and good luck

Stan the Man

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Photo's -- Tommo, 03:59:49 11/22/07 Thu [1]

Spike av a load of photo's from 75 right up till battery 91, lads sent some of them to me when i left battery, so will make all attemps to forward them on to you.

Some from lippstadt,topcliffe and Dortmund !!!!!!!

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CONTACT -- STEVE (TINY) RAWLINS, 13:09:36 10/04/07 Thu [4]

IF ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBERS ME, I WAS WITH 23BTY FROM 82 TO 88 LIPPY & TOPCLIFFE PLEASE CONTACT ME. TOPPER, THE PHOTOS DONT DO YOU JUSTICE.

TINY

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[> Re: CONTACT -- Topper, 03:32:22 10/05/07 Fri [1]

Hi Tiny!

I remember you well!. Good to see your still around (suprising ha ha!). Give me a call. Where are you and what you up to mate.

Topper

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[> [> Re: CONTACT -- tiny rawlins (glad), 14:59:44 11/20/07 Tue [1]

>Hi Tiny!
>
>I remember you well!. Good to see your still around
>(suprising ha ha!). Give me a call. Where are you
>and what you up to mate.
>
>Topper

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[> Re: CONTACT -- Steve Scully (Non-plus), 02:31:19 10/11/07 Thu [1]

Hi Steve

Thanks for your e-mail, glad to see you've found the web site and the other associated links, you're welcome. Take care.

Kind regards

Steve

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[> Re: CONTACT -- Tommo, 00:49:14 11/21/07 Wed [1]

Hi ya Tiny,

Well well you are still alive and kicking, hope you are ok and things are going well for you, wat u up to then ?

All the best Tommo


>IF ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBERS ME, I WAS WITH 23BTY
>FROM 82 TO 88 LIPPY & TOPCLIFFE PLEASE CONTACT ME.
>TOPPER, THE PHOTOS DONT DO YOU JUSTICE.
>
>TINY

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SUPPORT AND TIME WARP -- SPIKE, 13:07:25 11/20/07 Tue [1]

Hi to you all.
Chippy nice to hear from you,have got our wrist bands in the house mate.Josh has been in 47 now since april and is doing well.Next year is the time he will be on his way overseas.As he's only in emsworth at the moment (4 miles) from us he's back for his tea each night ha ha but we will make the most of it.

Reference about the pics from the 80's.Have a look on the PHOTO GALLERY please.If anyone has pictures they would like me to put on the site,then please scan them to my e-mail,or send them to me and i will sort it.

Smudge,so pleased you enjoyed your time in lippi last month,keep a place for me next year mucker.

Regards to all.............SPIKE

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Support our Forces -- Chippy Fry, 11:37:19 11/19/07 Mon [1]

Just thought I'd put a message on the web site regarding our Forces on active service.
I've just found the web site HELP OUR HEROES and purchased 3 wrist bands to show support for our Armed Forces.
I know some of you will have son's and daughters serving over in Iraq and Afghan, and we all know that they all need and deserve our support, unlike the Goverment. So come on if you haven't purchased your wrist band yet get on the web site and buy 1 or 2
Looking forward to the Regi reunion next year and having a good few beers.
All the very best
Chippy

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CAPRI BAR -- Ian Smudge Smith, 09:30:30 11/18/07 Sun [1]

Had a great weekend in Lippstadt during the Herbstwoche along with Bob Hasted and Dusty Rowlands. We also took along some lads from work who had never been in the Army let alone Lippstadt.

We went to the usual haunts, mainly the Golden Hahn and of course had to have a drink in the Capri Bar. We tried to explain to these "attached" civillians what the atmosphere was like, loud music, drunken squaddies, people fighting round the pool table and the fact that if you went to te toilet for longer than five minutes you had to be rescued.

Has anyone, though I doubt it got any photos of the inside of the Capri from the seventies.

All the best

Smudge (56)

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[> Re: CAPRI BAR -- frankie, 17:04:59 11/18/07 Sun [1]

ha ha ha ....i bet none of us can even remember what it looked like....we were never sober enough..... i dont even know if it had any pictures up on the wall but i do remember what the ceiling and the floor looked like.... take care frankie ( 56 )

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time warp -- haplo, 16:18:20 11/17/07 Sat [1]

Hi, i've been watching this site for a year or so and i have to wonder if 23 bty closed down in 1989? I've not seen many photos of any one in the bty during the late 80's. there are no pictures of any one who went back to germany in 89. I have myself sent pictures to the site host but have yet to see them ( it's only been a year!) basically ' any one who joined after 1987 isn't worth mentioning. considering that the first duty I did in 1988 for 23 was packing up the gear of a convicted peadophile maybe I shouldn't want anything to do with the "old sweats"

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[> Re: time warp -- Toomo, 06:47:49 11/19/07 Mon [1]

>Hi, i've been watching this site for a year or so and
>i have to wonder if 23 bty closed down in 1989? I've
>not seen many photos of any one in the bty during the
>late 80's. there are no pictures of any one who went
>back to germany in 89. I have myself sent pictures to
>the site host but have yet to see them ( it's only
>been a year!) basically ' any one who joined after
>1987 isn't worth mentioning. considering that the
>first duty I did in 1988 for 23 was packing up the
>gear of a convicted peadophile maybe I shouldn't want
>anything to do with the "old sweats"

Well you should persist and they will give in, keep on plugging at them and dont stop.

Try and get more of the era you were serving with interested

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Hurt Feelings -- Terry St Pierre, 23:54:24 09/03/07 Mon [3]

Are you lot (Dickie & Co) trying to hurt my feelings. I did 2 tours in 23 Bty one as Signals Bdr then the second as Sigs Sgt. Could't have done much if you cant remember me. Then again there is no mention of Graham Tune Brian Smart Al Linnington and several others. Just like to thank you all for your support with the reunion. I will leave it until after Christmas the get a letter out with maximum publicity. I will also put a list of those that have booked on the new website which should be up and running at the end of September with luck.
Regards Terry

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[> Rocky -- Linda Mccafferty, 07:28:27 09/10/07 Mon [1]

You havent mentioned my dad Rocky....he is sat here with his arms crossed in a strop coz he did 2 tours of NI with 23 bty.......he says you cant treat him like this....hes got a borneo medal!!! Lol

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[> [> Re: Rocky -- Brian, 01:41:35 09/14/07 Fri [1]

Are you sure that's right about yer dad's medal Linda?
I think you mean he's got a porneo medal!!

(but I love him anyway....)

BB

>You havent mentioned my dad Rocky....he is sat here
>with his arms crossed in a strop coz he did 2 tours of
>NI with 23 bty.......he says you cant treat him like
>this....hes got a borneo medal!!! Lol

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[> Re: Hurt Feelings -- Archie, 08:01:25 11/15/07 Thu [1]

>Terry remember I was your driver once and we had a 432 all for us, no cam etc, strickly none tac. I remember I found it difficult to put are beds up in the back around our little kitchen area and find space to lounge when trying to read or just generally dossing around with the constant hiss of those green things we had to speak into now and again and those loud guns so inconsiderate when trying to nap, oh those were the days my friend. Yes you was in 23Bty to answer the question work????
Archie

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GOLF BREAK -- SPIKE, 06:59:03 11/15/07 Thu [1]

Hi to you all

If at anytime anyone would like a break on the south coast(golfers in mind).I have now got a contact with the marriot hotels and can be provided with a weekend golf break at one of best courses in the Hampshire area.It has hosted the womens british open and the seniors open on many occations.
Maybe next years comp could be played ther?Or if a few of you want to get away then just give mw a ring and i will sort it out.

SPIKE

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Update on Northern Ireland -- Geoff Wall via TSP, 23:21:41 07/29/07 Sun [2]

Northern Ireland as it is now -- Geoff 'Brick' Wall, 03:43:07 07/29/07 Sun
Since retiring from the Police in Jan 2006 i have taken up a post with the Histrorical Enquiry Team in Northern Ireland, basically speaking it is the review of the murders that occurred during the troubles (bet 1969 & 1998)and trying to give some resolution for the loved ones of those that were killed.So I thought it may be interesting to the ex Hampshire Gunners who toured the provice to give you an update on the current state of your old stomping areas.Firstly the 1977 tour, (23 Bty)The camp in Portadown has just closed but is still standing, the last military unit moved out about 2 months ago, (56 Bty)the 'nicker factory' in Lurgan has been demolished and is now waste ground. (6 Bty) The Maze prison is unused and derlelict and it looks like it is about to be demolished and replace with a National Sports Stadium. The 1980 tour, i can't remember exactly which Battery was where, but here go's, the Central Hotel is now a smart City Centre Shopping Mall, Girdwood Park still stands ,but is unused, the green gates are still the same though, Flax Street Mill has been tidied up and is offices, the Crumlin Road Prison is unused and derelict along with the Court House directly across the road, but i think developers are going to start on them both soon. The check point into Aldergrove airport was only knocked down in Feb of this year. What does remain are the murals on the wall ends and they are now a tourist attraction. Belfast is now a very popular city to visit with lots of good guiness being served, if any one is thinking of a break over there send me a mail and i will point you in the right direction for a good night out.

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[> Re: Update on Northern Ireland -- Steve Scully (A blast from the past...), 07:15:10 08/08/07 Wed [1]

Hi Geoff

Great to hear from you, I found the information you have

kindly supplied very interesting, as I have visited some of

the locations you have mentioned. I for one would be most

grateful for periodic up-dates in the future.


Goeff I seem to remember your name being associated with a

past Olympic Ski Bob championships, could you elaborate on

that, I'm sure we would like to hear how you got on. Well

Goeff I must go as they say in Russia, thanks for your

input, Take care.

Regards

Steve

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[> Re: Update on Northern Ireland -- TOMMO, 08:38:47 11/14/07 Wed [1]

>Northern Ireland as it is now -- Geoff 'Brick' Wall,
>03:43:07 07/29/07 Sun
>Since retiring from the Police in Jan 2006 i have
>taken up a post with the Histrorical Enquiry Team in
>Northern Ireland, basically speaking it is the review
>of the murders that occurred during the troubles (bet
>1969 & 1998)and trying to give some resolution for the
>loved ones of those that were killed.So I thought it
>may be interesting to the ex Hampshire Gunners who
>toured the provice to give you an update on the
>current state of your old stomping areas.Firstly the
>1977 tour, (23 Bty)The camp in Portadown has just
>closed but is still standing, the last military unit
>moved out about 2 months ago, (56 Bty)the 'nicker
>factory' in Lurgan has been demolished and is now
>waste ground. (6 Bty) The Maze prison is unused and
>derlelict and it looks like it is about to be
>demolished and replace with a National Sports Stadium.
>The 1980 tour, i can't remember exactly which Battery
>was where, but here go's, the Central Hotel is now a
>smart City Centre Shopping Mall, Girdwood Park still
>stands ,but is unused, the green gates are still the
>same though, Flax Street Mill has been tidied up and
>is offices, the Crumlin Road Prison is unused and
>derelict along with the Court House directly across
>the road, but i think developers are going to start on
>them both soon. The check point into Aldergrove
>airport was only knocked down in Feb of this year.
>What does remain are the murals on the wall ends and
>they are now a tourist attraction. Belfast is now a
>very popular city to visit with lots of good guiness
>being served, if any one is thinking of a break over
>there send me a mail and i will point you in the right
>direction for a good night out.


Geoff you old git, hi mate a very long time no see, could you pass on your number or e-mail coming over the water soon. done any ski-bobbing lately ha ha, keep safe and well mate and hope to catch up soon

Tommo The GYM meister

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BTY GOLF DAY AND THE 'FOOL' -- SPIKE, 11:25:03 10/14/07 Sun [3]

Well to all who attended the BTY golf at Staverton Park,thankyou for coming and i am sure we will all meet up again soon.Next year we may be going to a warmer place so keep em peeled for infomation.

Now then reference the 'FOOL' amd his tasteful message.

I will be adding a FILTER system to the message board so when you write a message it will have to pass through ME first to allow to be published.

Anyway keep writing

SPIKE

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[> Re: BTY GOLF DAY AND THE 'FOOL' -- Stan the Man, 00:22:01 10/15/07 Mon [1]

Spike thats an excellent idea, kepp these idiots off our great site.

But remember you cant just say no to this and that when its about the SPURS Ha Ha.

Finally thank for a great weekend and congratulations to Paul Ariey as this years Bty Champ and to our Gavin for winning the Guest compition.

Spike yes I do know that me and you were only there for the beer.

All the best

Stan

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[> Re: BTY GOLF DAY AND THE 'FOOL' -- John Clarke, 02:03:54 10/17/07 Wed [1]

Well done Spike.
I bet that idiot was never a member of 23Bty or 27Regt.
Like most people I like to take a look at what's happening.
Don't see many inputs people from my time in the Bty (65-71) But still nice to look.
Keep up the good work.

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[> Re: BTY GOLF DAY AND THE 'FOOL' -- Tommo, 08:37:36 11/08/07 Thu [1]

>Well to all who attended the BTY golf at Staverton
>Park,thankyou for coming and i am sure we will all
>meet up again soon.Next year we may be going to a
>warmer place so keep em peeled for infomation.
>
>Now then reference the 'FOOL' amd his tasteful message.
>
>I will be adding a FILTER system to the message board
>so when you write a message it will have to pass
>through ME first to allow to be published.

Seems rather sensible good man !!!!>
>Anyway keep writing
>
>SPIKE

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sighting -- cp (groovy), 08:11:03 11/08/07 Thu [1]

hi to all, i was at a gig last night in north wales, and of all the people there i bumped into a certain individual? TED MANSELL !!!!, if any one wants his contact nmbr, e-mail me and i will pass it to ya. He is well and living in the mansfield area, regards to all, HAPPY NOVEMBER....

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[> Re: sighting -- Tommo, 08:32:02 11/08/07 Thu [1]

>hi to all, i was at a gig last night in north wales,
>and of all the people there i bumped into a certain
>individual? TED MANSELL !!!!, if any one wants his
>contact nmbr, e-mail me and i will pass it to ya. He
>is well and living in the mansfield area, regards to
>all, HAPPY NOVEMBER....

Please pass on my regards and tell him that tommo, topper are asking after him, tell him to get in touch cheers

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New Web Site -- Dave Abbott, 09:17:33 10/06/07 Sat [7]

Hi everyone, I am working away on the new 27 regt OCA web site and I hope to have the majority of it posted in about 2 weeks from now. You can view the outline of the site at www.abbtech.co.uk/27regt/ If you have any suggestions (clean, sensible the usual stuff) then email or message me.
Dave Abbott

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[> Re: New Web Site -- John Clarke, 16:13:48 10/06/07 Sat [1]

Sorry Dave, but I tried the Web Site and it came up, "Site Unknown"

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[> [> Re: New Web Site -- Dave Abbott, 10:01:46 10/07/07 Sun [1]

>Sorry Dave, but I tried the Web Site and it came up,
>"Site Unknown"
Are you sure you are putting the complete url in as I have just tried it and it came up straight away.
www.abbtech.co.uk/27regt/ include the forward slashes as well

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[> [> [> Re: New Web Site -- chubby, 14:53:50 10/07/07 Sun [1]

TRYED NEW WEB SITE DAVE NO PROBLEM.

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[> Re: New Web Site -- spike, 06:39:57 10/07/07 Sun [1]

NICE ONE DAVE CANT WAITE TO SEE THE FINNISHED SITE,WELL DONE>Hi everyone, I am working away on the new 27 regt OCA
>web site and I hope to have the majority of it posted
>in about 2 weeks from now. You can view the outline of
>the site at www.abbtech.co.uk/27regt/ If you have any
>suggestions (clean, sensible the usual stuff) then
>email or message me.
>Dave Abbott

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[> Re: New Web Site -- John Clarke, 10:27:30 10/10/07 Wed [1]

>Got it this time, best of luck with it, looking forward to hearing from old friends

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[> [> Re: New Web Site -- Dave Abbott, 00:15:25 10/24/07 Wed [1]

Hi, just an update on the 27 site. I am in the Uk at the moment with the flu and a slipped disc so work has come to a halt. I will be back in France next week so I will get on with it. Re the golf competition it sounds good and perhaps I will come along next year, especially if it is France!!
On the new 27 site I am building a log in system to stop people like the idiot who posted here. Good luck to you all wherever you are and remember, don't get a flu jab cos it always gives you flu!

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[> [> [> Re: New Web Site -- Stan the Man (Happy Happy Happy), 02:00:56 10/24/07 Wed [1]

Sorry to hear that you are not feeling to well there Dave, but you do know that it is only the OLD ones that need the Flu jab don't you Ha Ha.

Thanks for all the hard work you are doing on the web site.

All the best

Stan

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23Bty Golf Day -- Paul Airey, 13:17:04 10/22/07 Mon [1]

Dave Hatchard sorry mate you did come second on the 2007 23Bty Golf Day,but yes i didnt think you would remember because yes you did have a few sherbets on the night,but that was because of your win. Had a great day thanks to all those that took the time to support the Bty.
Rgds
Paul

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23Bty Golf Day -- Paul Airey, 13:43:34 10/15/07 Mon [1]

The 23Bty Golf Day was a great day it was nice to catch up with everyone,even you Ken George(the daddy)and didnt we go through some old names that we had forgot about.
The winner was Paul Airey Second Paul Jones Third David Hatchard Longest drive Smugger Smith nearest the pin kind of Steve Elsworth and the guest winner was Stan Flins lad Gavin, well done to all of us for making the effort.
Take care all of you and Steve like i said you know where we are.
Paul

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[> Re: 23Bty Golf Day -- Dave Hatchard, 15:05:33 10/15/07 Mon [1]

Paul
dont win much but just to remind you I was second

unless i was pissed and thought I was second

Scouse Hatch

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Golf -- Dave Hatchard, 09:07:21 10/15/07 Mon [1]

Hope everyone got home safe, Steve hope everything turns out ok
and look forward to meeting again and haveing nice drinks or even not so nice drinks dont care after a few

Scouse Hatch

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You Lot -- Steve Skully (Who give's a fuck), 05:08:24 10/12/07 Fri [5]

Your a bunch of fucking wankers

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[> Message from Spike -- Linda Mccafferty (pp spike), 06:37:10 10/12/07 Fri [1]

Message relayed from Spike........

Thanks for your comments....please refrain from using the site.....or at least leave your name and refrain from the foul language.

Spike will leave a message on Monday.

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[> Re: You Lot -- mike (Tsk Tsk Tsk), 08:05:24 10/12/07 Fri [1]

That last comment was so boring YAWN

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[> Re: You Lot -- tomo, 13:49:26 10/12/07 Fri [1]

Hi Linda.
Why is there always one idiot who has to use foul language?They dont seem to understand that these sites are not only used by ex members of the battery but by families and wives, girlfriends etc.Will you be going to the regt reunion linda? if you are i will see you there.Please give my regards to rocky.

Tomo.

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[> [> mindless idiot -- linda mc, 00:08:16 10/15/07 Mon [1]

Hi
I just think its such a shame that somebody has to go and act like a mindless idiot. This site is great and i log on EVERY day to see whos been on and what names i recongnise - as i do the REGT site.
Wish i could just ignore him as not worth worrying about but it makes my blood boil....not so much him swearing...no intelligence you see - but that he hasnt got the guts to put his name to it etc..
Anyway...sadly i am unable to attend the re-union as i have soemthing else already sorted but mam and dad are going, so i shall say hi for you but you will no doubt see him propping up the bar at some point!!! Take Care Linda Mc

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[> Re: You Lot -- Stan the Man, 05:34:34 10/14/07 Sun [1]

You may think were a bunch of *******, if we get our hands on you you won't be able to. Looking forward to meeting NO BALL.

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Herbstwoche Lippstadt -- Dai Rowlands, 15:50:57 10/13/07 Sat [1]

Hi Spike, hi all
just asking if any one is coming across for the Herbstwoche here in Lippstadt. If you are there are a number of ex 27/49 also turning up what will be an excellent couple of days as always. If you decide to turn up then i will see you in the Golderner Hahn on Saturday evening. Take care

Dai Rowlands (6 bty)

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Bogus Message -- Steve Scully (Outraged), 03:49:00 10/13/07 Sat [1]

Whilst it is obvious, however I would like to fully disassociate myself from the Bogus message that was sent in my name (Well, almost) yesterday, if it can be traced to the originator and removed from the site I would be most grateful.

I find it difficult to understand the minds of some people.

Steve Scully

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bad maners -- dave atkin, 21:10:05 10/12/07 Fri [1]

hi all ackers here.
i see we have another idiot looking at our site.
see you all at the regt get together. dave atkin .

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Golf Buggies -- Stan the Man, 04:21:29 10/05/07 Fri [1]

Spike

Golf buggies sorted you wont have to walk me OLD mate.

Booked two boggies for you and Paul J and me and our Gav.

I'll give you a bell Wed/Thurs to let you know what time we will be there.

Stan

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Golf Buggies -- Stan the Man, 09:22:45 10/02/07 Tue [1]

Hi all

Those people requiring a buggie on the Bty Golf Day can book them from Friday 5th Oct 07 onwards, they will not have the booking sheet before then.

Stan

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Regimental Reunion -- Terry St Pierre, 03:16:38 09/25/07 Tue [1]

Attendance figures now up to 85 confirmed. Great going at this early stage

Terry

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Regimental Reunion -- Terry St Pierre, 23:37:07 09/17/07 Mon [1]

Just thought I would let you know how things are going with the reunion planning. So far there are 72 confirmed bookings and that is at this early stage. I have yet to put out letters and probably wont do so until after xmas. If you haven't booked but you intend too, please do so early as this gives me a better planning figure to work with. From what I hear and the phone calls I get, I think we will have a really good turnout and a great weekend.

Dickie please send me a short email so I can pick up your email address.

Regards

Terry

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GENERAL -- Tommo (Happy), 03:34:08 09/13/07 Thu [1]

Just to keep everyone up to date of my where abouts, i now reside in Liverpool and avin a fab time, paul n stan give me a bell on 07828331524 so we can meet up.

So not a lot happening out there then, as there is not a lot of decent NEWS on the board !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Everyone take it easy and stay out of trouble ha ha ha

Back soon

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messenger -- dave atkin, 06:21:46 09/11/07 Tue [1]

hi all.
just a quick line to say that i am back on messenger.
dave ackers atkin.

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Golf -- Stan the Man, 02:48:21 09/11/07 Tue [1]

Jimmy Price

Come on boy get your name on the list, you said you were coming.

And for the rest of you a good ol football saying WHERE ARE YOU??????

Stan the Man

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GOLF COMP 2007 -- spike, 03:53:00 09/10/07 Mon [1]

HELLO AGAIN TO YOU ALL

WELL TIME IS ROLLING ON AND THE GOLF COMP IS NEARLY UPON US FOR 2007.
REMEMBER IT IS UP TO YOU TO BOOK YOUR ROOMS FOR THE WEEKEND.
THE LIST OF PLAYERS IS STILL LOW AND AS YOU CAN SEE ALOT OF THE PLAYERS ARE COMEING ON THERE OWN THIS TIME BUT THAT SHOULDENT STOP YOU FROM ENJOYING THE EVENING.REMEMBER THIS IS FOR PLAYERS AND NON PLAYERS.
I WILL BE THERE ON THE FRIDAY EVENING SO IF ANYONE ELSE WANTS TO HAVE A NIGHT ON THE P''S THEN PLEASE JOIN ME.

REGARDS AS ALWAYS

SPIKE

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[> Re: GOLF COMP 2007 -- Stan the Man, 05:42:42 09/10/07 Mon [1]

Spike

Myself, Gavin and Paul Jones will be there on the Friday as well.

Be arriving late evening depending on work commitments.

I'll give you a bell anyway.

Stan

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Lippstadt -- Topper, 06:43:59 08/11/07 Sat [2]

Going to Lippstadt to visit the family in a couple of weekd if anyone wants to pop over. Cricket, if your around over the next few weeks, it would be good to R.V.
Hope everyone is ok
Rick Gwiazda give us a rung

Topper

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[> Re: Lippstadt -- cricket, 15:05:53 08/17/07 Fri [1]

Still around mate,more or less give me a bell on 02945202857 when you get here.

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[> [> Re: Lippstadt -- Topper Brown, 08:24:36 09/08/07 Sat [1]

Hi Mate, catching the 1800 ferry tomorrow night. Ill ring you when I arrive in Lippi. Hope your all well.

Spike, Ill be going to the golf, just havent got round to sorting the detail yet. Speak soon mate. Dont get wound up by the to..ers!

Hey, Uncle Dicky! Im amazedyour memory works so well after all these years!, you must have the same memory game as Uncle Badger ha ha. Lots of love Topper

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billy wills -- dicky broughton, 11:24:22 09/03/07 Mon [1]

hi john brum clark ref billy wills i may be wrong but
i think he passed away a fair while ago if you can
remember meeting at the last larkhill day i was talking
to herbi slaughter ex 56 bty & he did mention billy,
thanks for the jokes, are we all getting booked in for
next june give terry a big support
regards dicky.

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Bill Wills -- John Clarke, 09:03:08 09/01/07 Sat [1]

Does anyone know what happened to Billy Wills?
He was BSM of 23 Bty in Lippstadt in the early 70s

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