Weird Officer Service Number August Chapman Ernest NESBITT 160126 S.R. 160126

[paulmcmillan]

August Chapman Ernest NESBITT 160126

he then became S.R. 160126 (Special Reserve?) Not seen this on an Officer before

Anyone have an explanation thanks Paul

[RecklessRat]

Hi Paul,

Per the London Gazette, it seems to be to do with "Southern Rhodesian Forces"

"Commission relinquished... The undermtd. (on reversion to Southern Rhodesian Forces): ...A. C. E. NESBITT (SR.160126). 13th Oct. 1945"

The London Gazette
Publication date: 1 March 1946
Page: 1236

[paulmcmillan]

Ahh thanks reckless !!

Makes sense now !!! First time I have seen someone transfer air forces and keep same
Number !