Part of the History of the
School of Military Survey
From Trevor (Taff) Richards
The following is an e-mail from Trevor to our Chairman
Hi Chris,
Just to confirm that it was 1949 when we
moved from Longleat to Hermitage. I have made contact with a former pal of mine
who eventually became R.S.M. of 42 Regt. namely R.A.Carter ,he is in possession
of a booklet written by one Capt.M.J.K.Davies entitled
A History of The School of Military Survey 1949 to1959
(printed and published at the School), which coincidentally on page 49
states that the first of the advance parties (of which I was one) entered the
camp in August 1949 and that everything was up and running by Christmas.
Unfortunately I do not have a copy, but Tom Hartley does and I am sure he would be forthcoming should anyone be interested.
So if any celebrations are arranged for 2009 and I am still vertical I WILL BE THERE.
Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend, and many thanks for all the work you have done on our behalf
best wishes
Trevor (Taff) Richards
With thanks to Trevor for this contribution
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Thomas, please may we see your copy for inclusion on our web site