Eris Donald Torr, Burton upon Trent

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Date:1940 - 1945 (c.)

Description:Eric Donald Torr (1923-1994) who was a member of Burton Home Guard during World War II. He is believed to be aged around 18 in this photograph. He was an apprentice upholsterer living with his parents and siblings at 26 Queen Street, Burton upon Trent at the time war broke out.

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Home Guard, Burton upon Trent

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Home Guard, Burton upon Trent

Members of the 8th Staffordshire (Burton) Batalion of the Home Guard pictured in Burton upon Trent during ...

Eris Donald Torr, Burton upon Trent

Eric Donald Torr (1923-1994) who was a member of Burton Home Guard during World War II. He is believed ...

Home Guard Certificate, Burton upon Trent

Certificate of proficiency belonging to Eric Donald Torr (1923-1994) who was a private in 'E' Company, ...

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Image courtesy of: Mr Michael Torr

Donor ref:Michael_Torr_03 (55/40422)

Source: Miscellaneous Collection

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