Sergeant Eric Lionel Ryder
06 Mar 1897 - 1968
Biography
Eric was the Sergeant of Diptford Patrol
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diptford Patrol | Patrol Leader | 29 Jun 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WIPO 28/18
Commissioned or Enlisted
29th June 1940
Occupation
Estate gardener
Address
Stanborough House, Halwell, Devon
Other information
The date 6th March 1942 is recorded by his address on the nominal roll. This could be the date of him becoming Sergeant.
Born in Marylebone, London he served as Stoker K58095 in the Royal Navy from Sept 1919 to Sept 1931. When he enlisted a note is written above his first posting to say he had already served 4 years in the Army and these would count towards his pension. From Dec 1930 he declined any engagement abroad so was based in Devonport.
He is recorded as 5 foot 4 inches with brown hair, blue eyes and a fresh complexion. He has tattoos on both forearms. He married Edith Matthews in 1920.
References
TNA ref WO199/3391 & ADM363/66/125 & ADM 188/977/58095
Hancock data held at B.R.A
1939 Register