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Sjt. William George Ball
British Army
from:Chelsea Barracks
I am trying to find record of my cousin's grandfather and his family. I only have the attached photos of him, and the following information: His name was either: William Ball, William G Ball, William George Ball, George Ball or George William Ball. He was Born abt 1889 supposedly in Chelsea Barracks (his father also served apparently). He died abt 1958.
The family thought he was a Grenadier Guard, but the badge on his cap looks more like the Labour Corps. He lived in Chelsea Barracks. He was married twice, second time to Ivy Flower, with whom he had a son Ramon Julian Ball (prior to their marriage). Going by the photos, in later years he became Military Police. Another rumour was that he, or his father, was a saddler in Chelsea Barracks but I can find no evidence of that.
So sad that someone can dedicate their entire life to serving the country and we know nothing about him. We have no idea who his father was, or his brothers/sisters - but we know he had several. If anyone can advise in any way, I would be so grateful. Thank you.
