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Archibald Stark was from Gateshead in County Durham. 8/1/1923

He served with 1st (Airborne) Battalion Royal Ulster Rifles during the Second World War.

Archibald enlisted 22 January 1942 at Warminster age 19

Transferred to HQ 6th Airborne Division 20 October, 1943

 

 

 

Corporal Archiblad Stark

Service History

Operations

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Palestine
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Rhine Crossing (Operation Varsity)
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Decorations

France and Germany Star
France and Germany Star
1939-45 Star
1939-45 Star
General Service Medal (to 1962) Clasp
General Service Medal (to 1962) Clasp
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Archibald Stark
Archibald Stark

Group photos

Group on a motorcycle, possibly in Palestine
Group on a motorcycle, possibly in Palestine