Coldstream Guardsman 2664217 War

Coldstream Guardsman 2664217 War The memories of a 5th Battalion Coldstream Guard in WWII with 200 images of artefacts he collected from the European front line and beyond.

Grandad’s War is a true account of Stephen Simpson’s life as a soldier in the Coldstream Guards war time 5th Battalion. His story was told over 4 hours of interviews to his Granddaughter, Amanda C Reynolds. The book features over 200 war time artefacts Steve had saved, adding a strong visual dimension to his personal time in a hell. His story is delivered in a true Yorkshire man’s style with warmt

h and good humour, parallel to the horrendous events of war which unfold around him. Steve takes us on the journey with him, out of the Yorkshire mines and through North West Europe. He took part in some of the key campaigns such as Operation Veritable, Good Wood and Market Garden. These pages are in honour of him and to keep the history alive.

Do you know someone interested in WWII or local military history? The book is now available on Amazon using this link fo...
02/12/2025

Do you know someone interested in WWII or local military history? The book is now available on Amazon using this link for a Christmas gift just for them.

Happy Christmas 🎄

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DKPJ8NYS?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520

At the beginning of World War II Stephen Simpson became an infantry soldier of the 5th Battalion Coldstream Guards. Steve recounts his journey from the Yorkshire mines to the frontlines of Europe. The 17 year old soldier's story is delivered with warmth and good humour, parallel to the horrendous...

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