James Padfield
Surname: Padfield
Other names: James
Locations in this story: Margaret Marsh, Shaftesbury, DorsetSt. Margaret's Church, Margaret MarshBushy Gate, Margaret Marsh, Shaftesbury, DorsetBalkans
Story: James Padfield was born in Margaret Marsh, Dorset in 1893. He was the son of Charles Padfield, a farm labourer, and Sarah Maria Padfield (née Mussell). At the time of the 1911 Census he was single, was working as a farm labourer and living at Bushy Gate, Margaret Marsh, Shaftesbury, Dorset. James' brother Albert (b.1883) also served during the First World War, with the Royal Engineers. Their father died on 11th January, 1913.
James enlisted as a Private in the 8th Battalion of the Gloucestershire Regiment (Service No. 22361). He later served in the 10th and 7th Battalions and was discharged to the Reserves on 14th March, 1919. For his service in the Balkans he was awarded the Victory, British War and 1915 Star medals. He died at home on 6th April 1919 and was buried in the main area in front of St. Margaret's Church, Margaret Marsh. He was accorded a War Grave headstone in remembrance of his service.
James enlisted as a Private in the 8th Battalion of the Gloucestershire Regiment (Service No. 22361). He later served in the 10th and 7th Battalions and was discharged to the Reserves on 14th March, 1919. For his service in the Balkans he was awarded the Victory, British War and 1915 Star medals. He died at home on 6th April 1919 and was buried in the main area in front of St. Margaret's Church, Margaret Marsh. He was accorded a War Grave headstone in remembrance of his service.
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Links to related web content / sources: Commonwealth War Graves CommissionThe National ArchivesAlbert Padfield
