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Kiwi Soldier Web
George Watson's War.
This site is the story of George Watson.
George served in the Second World War as a member of the British Armies East Surrey Regiment.
He saw active duty in Italy as a member of the London Irish Rifles.
If you didn't notice, George is not a "Kiwi" Soldier, but on my site I can do whatever I want!
George is a real soldier and his story is as valid to tell as anyone else's. George's path crossed
that of the NZ Div in Italy with a train derailment that he would like to find out more about.
The train question is what caused George to be introduced to me through my Guest Book,
so I am extremely grateful for this chance meeting, and replied by putting George's story here.
George Watson, April 1940
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George's story
George was called up in Feb 1940.
He joined the East Surrey Regiment, and trained the new intakes for nearly four years
until he was posted to Italy as a Corporal. Here he was transferred to the London Irish Rifles.
He served with the London Irish Rifles driving Bren Gun carriers, until wounded by the blast and
shock of a close shell explosion, 25 June 1945.
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