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Pte. Reginald Binns
British Army 2nd Btn. Runner Royal Scots Fusiliers
As far as I know, the Royal Scots were involved in the Battle at Guillemont, France. An offensive was launched on 30th July, 1916. A group of Royal Scots Fusiliers were caught by German troops and killed. I believe Reginald was killed either here, or in a nearby battlefield as he went missing, presumed dead on this day. He was 23 years old.
His body was never found, and his name is commemorated at Thiepval Memorial to the missing of the Somme. However, recent research has led me to believe that his body is buried in an unmarked grave in Guiellmont Road Cemetery.
His wife, Edith remained a widow for over 7 years, before marrying Thomas Sandells. They together had a child who they named Reginald.
In addition to this, Clifford also had a son who he named after his brother Reginald. However, this Reginald was killed at the Battle of Monte Cassino, 1944.
It was only after visiting Theipval last year that I began my research into Reginald, with only a photo and family memories.
I would greatly appreciate any help into Guillemont or the 2nd Battallion, Royal Scots Fusiliers.