4th CMR Chaplains series
Although it was recorded in the S. G. Bennett 4th CMR Regimental History book of 1926, that there were some 14 chaplains who served with the 4th CMR, it has to be said, in reality, that the figure was probably a great deal lower than this. Usually assigned rank equivalent of Captain, of those featured here so far, one was an Honorary Major, two were Honorary Captains, one a Lieutenant, whilst one remained at L/Cpl level. Two were awarded Military Crosses (MC's), and one was brought to the attention of the Secretary of State for War for his actions. Sadly two lost their lives in the course of their duties.
Numerous sources say that some 300 or so chaplains lost their lives in WW1, as nominally unarmed, they went about the business of serving the men and their needs, holding church parades, carrying out pastoral duties and tending to the injured and dying, often with no thought to their own safety. Many reports talk of the padre searching 'No Man's Land', often in open view, tending wounded and ensuring the injured and dead were brought in.
In a tribute here to the chaplains and cleric support workers of the 4th CMR, initial biographies are presented, which will be expanded upon, whilst others will follow as research and time allows.
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