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Derek Buss		01-Jun-2012 10:34
I joined 532 Squad in August 1956.I have never yet seen any member of this Squad mentioned any where I know we are all getting old but there must be some of us around

Guest		24-May-2012 16:55
Wake up you old bootnecks. Someone out there MUST have been in 655 Squad of 1956, and in Malta, Cyprus, Aden, North Africa etc. Or am I the last man alive ? Any input would be good. Best wishes to ALL marines, both new and old. Vic ( Jake ) Jacob RM 15565.

brian frost		20-Mar-2012 15:28
697 squad rm 17482 frosty still going strong life never the same after leaving the greatest gang of oppos a man ever had once a marine always amarine

bri		08-Mar-2012 16:00
was a leader at hawkshill camp around 1963.remember the jlb next door.very military.man fined for being in womens lines(his wifes tent!)our kids loved the whole experiance.CCHF for children still running in ESSEX 125 years + bri

Eddie Newall		29-Dec-2011 20:14
Does Hawks Hill House, Walmer, still exist? In 1911 it belonged to John Williamson, one of the founders of Williamson and Barnes Solicitors of Deal.

gina campbel		20-Dec-2011 05:52
trying to trace records of royal marine/naval diver peter gerald morley born 3rd january 1924 served and trained ay eastry barracks 1943 onwards

Amanda		16-Oct-2011 23:29
Emily, My mother was called Olive Bellamy and was in the Womens Royal Air Force during the 2nd world war and I think she was stationed at one time in Deal, Kent. She died in 2005 aged 81. It could be her autograph book.Regards Amanda

Vic ( Jake ) Jacob		08-Sep-2011 16:39
FROM Vic ( Jake ) Jacob re the next comment you read on this page. My last remaining brain cell has just engaged. Remembered the L/corps name at last. Vincent Stubbins. Any input at all would be appreciated. Best wishes to Booties everwhere - may the beer never run out. RM 15565 / 655 Squad Jake Jacob.

vic ( Jake ) Jacob		05-Sep-2011 15:36
To all ex bootnecks " Help ". I am now an old fart but once was RM 15565 of 655 Squad in 1956. After training, on to Malta, Libya, Cyprus ( 40 CDO ) and Aden ( 45 CDO ). Got shot up in Cyprus ( about the time of peace talks - typical ), with L/Cpl ( forgotten ) mechanic Doug Weatherall and driver Flash Lightning on the road Platres to Pinewood whilst taking chopper fuel ready for pulling out of Cyprus. No matter where I look I cannot find reference to 655 Squad of 1956 or above incident. Any help would be great. Vic ( Jake ) Jacob Email is Vicandmar @ Tiscali.co.uk. PS. My best hat is still GREEN.

Sharon Morris		16-Jul-2011 11:12
My Great Great Grandfather was Edward Thomas Rose who was born in Eastry but ran a successful Tailors and Hatters business on the Strand in Walmer for many years. Has anyone any information or, even better, photographs of The Strand during the late 19th Century? Would be very grateful. Sharon Morris

Les Osborne		04-Jul-2011 14:02
Reading through the comments brought back many memories fro me as a Former 'Bootneck'. I joined the 624 Kings squad at deal in feb 1954. 1st Commish was with X troop then with A Troop 45 Cdo in Malta. The unit then went to Cyprus in 1955. I was repatriated to the UK (lamentably) in June 1956. Sadly, I didn;t get to Suex with all of may great mates i'e Ron Patching, Ken owen, 'Squeeggie lips (Ginge) Morgan Stan walsh and Taff Nurton just to name a few. Gunnery at Pompey. HMS Ceylon, HMS Belfast. ASRM Poole, HMS Ursa. HQ 3Cdo Bde. MOA to Capt Secombe who was Adjutant at Pompey. I must be the only Marine to have been in the Band and drums Company at Eastney. Such Happy memories just regret I only did 13 yrs and not 21. God Bless all ex and Serving 'Royals'

Paul Graham		15-Jun-2011 08:55
I joined RMB in 1953 number was RMB 3171 has anyone any photo's of that period

Guest		08-Mar-2011 16:54
Guest How do I find out about my fathers war history he was trained at Deal in 1943 with MT 13 Squad Royal Marines

mandy green nee (coe)		14-Feb-2011 19:54
Can anyone help me, i have discovered that my real father was a marine at Deal Barracks in 1960 where he me my mother Jill Wallace who was married to Cyril coe (charlie) anyway whilst cyril was at sea a man called William concieved a child with my mother and i am a result of that, i dont know anything about him only that he was tall. William, tried to see me when i was born on May 30th 1960, but my step father would not allow it and told him to go away, i only found out 2 years ago and without a surname this is a long shot. My Aunty still lives in walmer and another Aunty in Deal, any info would be fantastic.

Emily		11-Nov-2010 20:36
Hi there, I have an autograph book belonging to an " Olive Bellamy", it is signed by "Dorothy Smart (Forces Social Club Deal 1945) " Does anyone have any other information on either of these people?

Tom Binley		30-Oct-2010 00:13
Well remember many of the photo shots and a lot more of the places down at deal .Joined at Deal June 59 returned late 63 posted 63 returned 67 lived in Canada Rd demobed 69 & should have stayed in the corps

karen hitchcock		14-Oct-2010 12:51
does any one have any old photos of the band showing my dad chic. hitchcock

Philip `Harry` Harrison		26-Aug-2010 17:34
I too enlisted at Deal in 1952 August 26th (today 58 years ago) Well remember captain Blood RSM Franks and Sgt (later RSM ) McDonnell, not forgetting Cpl Barton. I was one of the members of 601 squad and cannot forget the dentist with his foot pedal drill on my teeth which he tortured me for 4 sessions without anasthetic. The haircut after I already had one before leaving home in Watford on that August day. We did 12 weeks at Deal in those days and were not allowed out for the first month for a `run ashore` in Ramsgate.After that life was one round of training and sweating over an Infantry training course of 13 weeks , six weeks of seamanship and Naval Gunnery in Eastney and on the Cleopatra in Pompey Harbour and a six week Commando course at Yelverton. Plus an extra course in cliff climbing for exercise `Runaground`.I was luccky to have taken part on the Queens Coronation in June 1953 with my squad mates and trained soldiers of the Corps. Stonehouse barracks was my favourite place with its cosy rooms and great canteen/dining room at the end of the drill shed. Back to Devonport for more Naval Gunnery bench work on the Monitor HMS Marshal Ney. Looking back i would do it again if it were`nt for my old age and aches and pains. Met some great long time friends and was moulded into a decent adult by NCOs and officers which has stayed with me for the remainder of my lucky life. Who would have thought that marching into Deal Barracks on August 26th 1952 would change ALL of my life forever. Philip (Harry) Harrison RM12216.

linda mcdonald		21-Jun-2010 14:39
hi trying to locate a william hennessey, who on the 1801 census was desribed as a pensioner, as his wife lydia and ist child was born in walmer, i was hoping you could help ,maybe he was attached to your bks, i have tried every avenue but alas no william, all we know is he was born in ireland ,but was located in walmer, in 1801 he was 48 but then living in leeds, its a puzzle, what was he a pensioner of, H.E.L.P. thanks lin

I F Boyd		20-Jun-2010 12:46
I was Rm 14637 Mne I Boyd. I joined 638 squad at Deal on Feb 1954. I then served on HMS Eagle in the Med,and Suez.On return to UK. I spent nearly 3 years at ST Georges Baracks with 3 CDO BDE.in Malta.It was a great time. Back at Pompey, I had eye trouble, and was discharged in 1961.I now live in Queensland Australia,but backpack around the world every 2or3years Always returning to Pompey Baracks.When we drilled on Deal parade ground,The bandboys were there in berets& dark uniform.And to march to the Band Was a very uplifting experience. Even today, when I see or hear them. Memories flood back. To be, or have been A Royal Marine, Can never be surpassed.

Steve Martin		17-May-2010 21:58
My father, Alan Martin, is going down to visit Deal next week some fifty years after he was based there. I know he's really excited about going down, as is mum, Norma. I don't know a great deal, no pun intended, about my fathers time in the Royal Marines, save for the fact he & mum were based in Deal @ he served on HMS Eagle in the early 1950's. I also realise there have been a great many changes in those fifty years - my father is now 74 & although still as smart as he was back then, probably does not realise just how much things have changed. Can anyone give me any info on what he should expect to see fifty years on, what places should he visit that would take both himself & mum back to when they were actually there? My parents are getting on in years & are returning to a place that no doubt holds very special memories for them, so any info received which would help them relive those memories would be most welcome.

Eddie Stanley		07-Apr-2010 14:27
I Joined the Royal Marines at Deal in August 1950 571 Squad were the first recruits to be billited in the new intake block (Food Scarce) Strict Dicipline. not long before I crossed the path of Captain Blood and RSM Franks. Years Later I Found them both to be Very Fine Gentlemen. I Later served in Malaya. Malta. Lybia. Canal Zone. Cyprus. etc. in diffrent Commando Units. Meeting the best Comrades any man could have. I'm always interested in any ex.E.Troop 45Cdo.who served in Malaya.

Carl Birch		30-Jan-2010 14:43
I joined the Royal Marines Guy Fawkes day 1963 with 801 squad and the fireworks have never stopped since.

Guest		09-Jan-2010 09:46
Len Manktelow. Ijoined the Royal Marines in May 1950 {568} squad. I remember RSM Franks C/SERGEANT H E Day D/SERGEANT Cattermole and Captain Blood.Happy days.

Jack White		14-Dec-2009 09:28
I joined the Royal Marines in April 1945 and was in MTD 2squad. Later became Co�s driver to Col: Dewhurst, then to Col: Tollemach de-mobbed in 1947. I would like to wnow if any of my friends are still around, especially Marine Hostead who I believe went to live in the Sandwich area.Jack White PO/X 123950 D.

Colin Hayes		29-Aug-2009 06:35
Hi Dave I joined the Rotal Marines in June 1958 695 Squad. I have looked at all your photographs on u tube, and I am sure some of those pictures contain members of our squad, especially the ones taken in Lympstone. I did my sea training on HMS Vanguard which is shown in a few of your shots. After that period 694 695 696 and 697 squads amalgamated at Eastney barracks to train for the 1959 Earls Court Royal Tournament. I have an official photograph of all 4 squads standing on the steps of the Officers Mess at Eastney. We had a squad reunion in 2008 (50 years) at Exmouth, and we managed to trace 15 of our members, some of which hadn't seen each other since training. It was such a success we decided to make it an annual event and we met up again this year, and next year is already booked. My wife and I also visit Lympstone every September for the RM Association reunion which is always a good weekend. It comprises of the Saturday on the camp at leisure watching the recruits train. A band concert and buffet dance on Saturday night. Then Sunday morning is the RMA Parade and Service. It is not unusual to get 500 veterans on parade. We will be in Memphis and Nashville in 2010 on holiday. Perhaps we could meet up and swing the lamp for a couple of hours, and exchange some photographs. Colin

Dave Miller		06-Aug-2009 20:28
This website cetainly brings back a lot of memories, some good some bad. I joined the RM's July 8th 1958. Along with several other great guys ( Fisher-Davidge-Dorling etc, we joined many more at Deal, to form the 697 Squad ) We were marched to the station in London, boarded the train for RM Deal. We were introduced to haircuts,denims and what looked like cardboard shoes. That was the start of the fun. Parade ground was my favourite, especially marching to the RM band, plus rifle drill. Next treat, was " extra drill " one of the least favourite past times. Then the underground swimming pool" Swimmers to the shallow end, NON swimmers to the deep end " was the order of the day.That diving board was as high as Mount Everest, and the water equally as deep. Plus the " pervert " instructors, would pull the pole away when you were drowning ! How we survived that and the next few months was amazing. One event always stayed in my mind. There was a visiting Lt Col USMC from the USA. He spoke to C/Sgt Hoskins, our instructor along with Cpl Phillips,after our marching and rifle drill presentation " Those Marines, sure know how to use those Boots ! " He was impressed, certainly more than the C/Sgt was. After completing training, we headed ( no joke )by train, in the luggage compartment, sitting on kitbags or standing, all the way to Lympstone, where we were marched up the hill, for more fun and excitement for the next few weeks. Despite only serving just over a year ( knee injury on assualt course at Lympstone ) then off to Stonehouse to be medically discharged, I still am proud to have been a Royal Marine, even for such a short time. Retired now. Dreading being 70 years old in October, and living near Nashville. Tennessee.. See my videos on Youtube... Type in " BOOTNECK58 " and see what life is like here in and around Music City USA. Dave Miller ex-RM17516

d o'neil		19-Jul-2009 18:12
my greatgrandad was crew of walmer lifeboat ,name mackins approx 1900,any information please, hartigrave@aol.com

Jeff Bradley		14-Mar-2009 14:18
I live at Walmer Court and would be grateful for any information about this lovely old building.

Michael Crouch		17-Feb-2009 17:26
My great-grandfather, James Jefferson, and his father, Samuel Robinson Jefferson, ran the Beach House (Temperance) Hotel some time between the 1880's and about 1920. I believe it was destroyed in the 1940's. Samuel was also a tailor in the Royal Marines and was based at Portsmouth, Chatham and Walmer during his long career. There are photos of James' family and the hotel on the Jefferson page of my web site at www.uklocalhistory.co.uk.

malcolm tuttiett		22-Dec-2008 06:46
I am Malcolm Tuttiett i was born 19th july 59 the son of Ken Tuttiett, a royal marine based in Deal, i was born at the `fair maid of Kent'(warmer road?) does anyone know that this building still exist. My mother told me it was an hotel at one time and was bought for the use of servicemen and their families.I did go back as a child in 1972 but it was empty and all i can remember were warning signs` beware of vipers' in the grounds.My father has passed away now for some years and my mother can only recall vague memories. My mother has freinds still in Deal Eric Barlow and Viven Barlow(deceased)and their families.If anyone has any photos or history regarding this property or stories, please you can contact me at maximoto@btinternet.com

Robert J Briggs		17-Dec-2008 20:11
A 2x great Uncle, Benjamin Bullen was in the north barracks of Walmer, Kent in the 1851 census. He was with the 30th (Cambridgeshire Regiment of Foot). Is the north barracks still there and is it possible there might be some photos around either old or newer ones. Also is there any history or records of this oufit being there and was it from here they went to the Crimean War. Cheers from Canada Robert J Briggs

Mic O'halloran		30-Oct-2008 00:09
Mic O'Halloran, Loved your photos. Spent many summers at Hawkeshill Camp for London Boys in the 50's right next to the Jewish lads Brigade camp on the cliffs south of Deal and Walmer. Would love to see any photos of the camps. Live in the US now and went back to visit in 2004. Camps are gone and now a private road.

wendy		04-Oct-2008 16:40
My father was in the royal marines,George Parkyn, we lived at Beach street Deal 1954-1960 next door to the rowing club..now trying to trace my mothers family history as her family came from Deal. Frank Gimber (her Father)was killed in 1918, her mother was Maud Gimber nee Hammond..

joy nelson		13-Sep-2008 14:41
joy nelson (formerly Robson) Dad was a Royal Marine - for a brief period in 1948 we lived at H House in North Barracks, next to Lower Walmer Primary School in Canada Road - does anyone remember this house? It seems to have been flattened during 'redevelopment' - I was there in July this year and tried to find it. Would love to get hold of site plan showing it. Tried Walmer Council - no luck.

John Bailey		18-Aug-2008 09:34
I joined the Royal Marines at Deal in September 1961 and when we finished our training in February 1962 we were then marched in full dress uniform to the station from the barracks via the high street with the band playing "auld lang syne" to get the train to Portmouth and then to Lympstone. In those days recruits were only allowed out of barracks in full dress uniform. There was reputed to be 109 pubs in Deal then including the well known "Dive Bar" in the basement of the hotel on the front. I returned to Deal (Feb 64 - May 66) from 42 Commando RM in Far East. In 1964 the Royal Marines were 300 years old and the Royal Marine Band and the School of Music put on some spectacular events under Lt Col Vivian Dunn OBE FRAM who was knighted shortly afterwards. I have very fond memories of Deal during this period after national service had just finished and regular forces were expanding. A squad was passing out at Deal every two weeks. Several marines married local girls or marine WRENs who were stationed at Deal

Fiona		23-Jul-2008 20:51
Has anyone got any memories of the part of North Barrack Road called Tapps Hole? I live at No 30 and wondered if the garden adjacent to No 28 was used as a drying area, or was there ever another house once there? Thanks for your reply

Jim Deeprose		09-Jul-2008 12:54
I was born in Deal November 1945 , my dad was an instructor at the junior nco's school.We lived at 42 North Barrack Road .I remember my dad marching home from the barracks each evening with pace stick under his arm . I joined the corp at Deal in November 1962 - 789 squad , and my brother followed me in 1965. So many memories of Deal , sad to see the Royal Marines are not in residence anymore.

F J M Brown		06-Jul-2008 19:11
I was a Royal Marines recruit in 1947.We were billited in East Barracks and instructed under the watchful eye of Sgt George Easingwood. On "runs ashore" I with my friends would visit Mrs McCann's restaurant near the centre of the town where we could buy steak and chips, bread and tea, all for one shilling and ninepence.Nowdays a fish supper costs the better part of �6!

Guest		13-Apr-2008 07:57
I'm looking for anyone who has memories of time spent at the Royal Marine Barracks as part of the Bermondsey Boys Brigade around 1955. My father has vivid memories of time spent there and in particular watching a night time parade layed on especially for the boys. Dad says the parade was the most magical thing he has ever witnessed and has stayed with him ever since.

Susan mastin		05-Apr-2008 19:13
i lived at clanwilliam road till i got married and moved away. love looking at the photos as i now live in canada.belonged to the rowing club, still follow there progress.went to saint ethelberts convent sorry to see that got pulled down

Vicky		22-Jan-2008 22:42
Hi Cath, "Yes" I remember the Convent that you speak of and it was true ( Norman Wisdoms Grandmother lived just round the corner) Norman was brought up by his Grandmother. I was born in Deal 1950 and lived there until I got Married in 1967 infact I lived opposite the Royal Marine Barracks Deal. Kind Regards Vicky.

cath		13-Nov-2007 17:05
my husband was in the marines and we lived near a convent.at that time there was a dairy farm nearby but i have forgotton the name.i got told norman wisdoms mother lived nearby but i dont know if this was true

christina		10-Aug-2007 09:14
i was born in walmer in 1961 at 10 fair maid of kent, dover road. i can,t find anything on the fair maid of kent, was it a block of flats or large house. could anyone throw any light on the subject.

Margaret		08-Feb-2007 15:14
brings back fond memories of visiting my relations...sadly all gone.

ganesan		29-Sep-2006 10:36
this picture real life

ganesan		29-Sep-2006 10:34
i love kent ilike kent

George Patterson		19-Aug-2006 03:15
First visited Deal July 1942, compulsory Bed &Breakfast at Royal Marine Barracks, most residents of the town had been evacuated, my three months sojurn gave me many happy memories. Perhaps one day I shall revisit and reaquaint myself with the lovely town of Deal.--- Mathew Arnold's 'Dover Beach' parallels Deal Beach Circa 1942. Would like to hear from any Ex Royal Marines now resident in Deal. Is there a local R.M. Associaion? George Patterson, 29 Sandy Camp Road, Wynnum North Queensland 4178 X R.M. Po/x 114719 {T]

robert phillips		17-Jun-2006 03:15
i joined the Royal Marines at Deal Barracks in 1951 and while there was courting a girl called Barbara who lived in Mill Hill i have forgot her surname she would be in her seventies now i we used to go dancing to a dance hall just outside the Barracks i have also forgot what that was called i myself am now 73. GOD BLESS ALL AT WALMER BOB SAYNOR EX ROYAL MARINE

Alan Barnes		21-Jan-2006 00:40
I lived at 340 Dover Road Walmer from 1951(ish)untill August 1955 when we moved to Cardiff,this was were Dad was working at the time.Just checked out the new pictures of Upper Walmer,things have changed,not surprising!,the pub is still there,this used to be The George & Dragon,the shop a few yards towards Deal was Vyes,should think its changed now!.Keep up the good work.

WalmerWeb Webmaster		21-Aug-2005 17:15
Nice photos! If folk are interested in knowing more about Walmer, they might like to take a look at www.walmerweb.co.uk, the community website for Walmer, Kent.

Rob Gradon		04-Apr-2003 10:03
I oversee the Dover Coastguard web site, this is a new site not yet promoted but you can visit by typing in the address window http://www.dovercoastguard.co.uk I would like to use some of your pictures, which would be included on the Deal Coast Rescue Team page. I would of course give credit for any picture I use to your name. As the site is a public information provider and as such does not have an income I would be grateful if your picture could be donated. Regards Rob.

Guest		22-Jul-2002 23:01
We enjoyed the pictures on your page. Greetings from North Alabama. www.pbase.com/rpickle

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