Robert Duncan, Gunner, R.F.A. (1893 – 1965)

Robert Duncan, my paternal grandfather also served in the war.

With a common name I struggled to find any information on his war service other than photographs of him in uniform.

Very recently however I came across additional information to help narrow my search. Firstly I found an article from the Montrose Review where he was denied exemption from service in Dec 1917. Then, the crucial piece was finding his dog tags with his service number imprinted and then, stored carefully in the original envelope, I found his medals.

I have also found this other photo of Grandpa Duncan, a well worn and slightly different version to the one above.

Interestingly this is written on the back

He signs the photo “With best wishes from Gnr R. Duncan. R.F.A.”