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'From Norway to Burma' a new book about the KOYLI now available
A new book about the KOYLI during WWII, written by Roger Holgate, whose father served in the 9th Battalion The King's Own Yorkshire Light...
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Mar 201 min read
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Blue Plaque Unveiled in Pontefract to Honour 9 KOYLI Victoria Cross Recipients
On February 27th, at Minden House, the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, Mr. Ed Anderson CBC, unveiled a Pontefract Civic Society Blue...
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Mar 11 min read
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Retired Officer David Jenkinson - Late 4th Battalion KOYLI
It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of retired 4KOYLI Officer David Jenkinson, who died on February 26, 2025. Further...
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Feb 281 min read
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Mr Kenneth William MacKenzie - Late KOYLI
With profound sadness, I inform members of the passing of Mr Kenneth William MacKenzie, formerly of KOYLI, who died on 28 December 2024...
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Jan 191 min read
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Service In York Minster to mark the Anniversary of the Death of Lieutenant General Sir John Moore
On the anniversary of our founding father's death, Lieutenant General Sir John Moore, a service was held in the Regimental Chapel within...
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Jan 174 min read
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Mr Barry Roberts - Late KOYLI, Gurkhas
With profound sadness, I inform members of the passing of Mr Barry Roberts, formerly of KOYLI, Gurkhas, who died on 16 June 2024 aged 86....
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Jan 151 min read
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Mr Arnold Fothergill MBE - Late KOYLI, LI and RGJ
It is with profound sadness that I inform members of the passing of Mr. Arnold (Arnie) Fothergill, formerly of KOYLI, LI, and RGJ, who...
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Jan 81 min read
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Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry. National Servicemen - do you recognise anyone in the picture?
This photograph has been sent in my the family of KOYLI National Serviceman, Pte R Tetley, to see if anyone can name those in the photo?
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Dec 8, 20241 min read
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Mr Terrence William (Billy) Hole - Late KOYLI Band
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Mr Terrence William (known as Billy) Hole late KOYLI Band died on 28 Aug 24...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read
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Update - Memorial Service for Colonel Tony Hare - Late KOYLI
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Colonel Tony Hare died peacefully at home after a short illness on Saturday...
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Aug 4, 20241 min read
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Armed Forces Family Arts & Crafts Day Sat 17th August
The King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Museum are running an Armed Forces family arts & crafts day in the Danum Gallery, Library and...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
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Minden Day Gathering 5th August 12pm to 4.30pm at The Old Tavern Pontefract
Drop in for a drink and a chat or sit down for lunch, they do a lovely carvery at £10.50 with a dessert, plus a huge menu plus snacks. ...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
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Information Request for R Barwell KOYLI
If anyone has any contact information for former KOYLI LCpl R Barwell or his family please contact the Association Secretary by email at...
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Jul 22, 20241 min read
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Cancellation of the Minden Day Minden Day Reunion Function
Dear Association Member, We regret to inform you that the Minden Day Reunion Function at Grove Hall South Kirkby on 3 Aug 24 has been...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read
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Mr Eric (Spike) Davies - Late KOYLI Band
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Mr Eric Davies, known as Spike, late KOYLI band passed away on 15 June 2024...
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Jun 21, 20241 min read
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THE RIFLES, LI AND KOYLI VIRTUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE AND LUNCH SATURDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2020
The Rifles, LI and KOYLI virtual Memorial Service and Lunch on Saturday 3rd October 2020
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Sep 13, 20202 min read
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