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Senlac Field / Hill
Jill Ramsey: Dear Jill, I am just a casual visitor to the Battle web site and can’t answer all your questions but can some. I’m pretty sure that Senlac Field or Senlac Hill as I was told at school history lessons is basically adjacent to the town of Battle, and a little way to the … read more
8th February 2005

John Lamude
1
Discussion
WWII
I was stationed in England with the Royal Canadian engineers during WWII. I had military business with a unit stationed at Battle Abbey approx. 1943/44. On the road to Battle, 2 low-flying German planes passed overhead, shortly after there was an explosion. On entering Battle, a direct hit had demolished 1 home and the 2nd bomb had not exploded and skidded towards the gatehouse of the … read more
2nd January 2005

Jack Barry
2
Discussion
Maplesden Family History
My name is Maplesden and I know that some of my ancestors were born and lived in Battle in the 18th and 19th century. If anyone has any information relating to them could they please contact me. … read more
25th November 2004

Len Maplesden
Genealogy
Jennifer, daughter of George Beecher Laird
My father, George Beecher Laird, was stationed in Battle for a time during World War II. I’m searching for his daughter that was born before 1944. Her name is Jennifer. I’m afraid I’m not sure of the last. Its possibly Hobday. Any help would be wonderful. Dad was in the Canadian Recce 8. … read more
21st November 2004

Helen Shilling (nee Laird)
Discussion
Thomas (Tommy) Clyde
Dear Friends: I am trying to locate Thomas (Tommy) Clyde who was born in Battle in the 1930s. He was a film producer and protege of Douglas Fairbanks. Does anyone know if he is still around and if so if there is a way to contact him. Thanks very much, Vince Gratzer … read more
17th November 2004

Vince Gratzer
Discussion
Family History of Paine
My name is Colin Paine and I am travelling to Battle in late May from Australia. My Grandfather Richard Horace Paine and his family were born in Battle and I would like to catch up with any family members. … read more
3rd May 2004

Colin Paine
Genealogy
Adrian Redman
I am trying to trace Adrian Redman, who was the proprietor of Senlac Genealogies 18b High Street Battle East Sussex in 1979. Tom Kelly, 67 Edgewood Lawn, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ireland. Phone 018212971. … read more
6th February 2004

Tom Kelly
Discussion
Thank You
I visited Battle for the first time this year for the fireworks and parade. I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the most amazing evening! The organisation and dedication does you proud. And, it’s free! I look forward to next year. JW, Maidenhead. … read more
11th November 2003

Jen Weeks
Discussion
Battle Abbey School
Hi everyone. Can I just say that Battle Abbey is the nicest school ever. I went there for six years and I enjoyed every single day there! But unfortunatly I had to leave, so if anyone is thinking os sending their child to a school in East Sussex then it has to be Battle Abbey … read more
11th August 2003

Vas
Discussion
Veness Family History
Could any residents of Battle, or anyone who has been to Battle recently please send me their views on the town as a matter of urgency. … read more
25th June 2003

Sophie
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Genealogy