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Mr Joe Ashurst late KOYLI
Mr Joe Ashurst, a member of the Consett and Stanley branch, died on 19th June 2025. Born 7 Jun 1928, Joe served in The King's Own...
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Jul 4, 20251 min read
Northern Ireland (NI) Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 – Repeal and Petition
Northern Ireland (NI) Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023 – Repeal and Petition Some Association members may be aware that the...
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Jun 11, 20252 min read


Mr Malcolm Kitchingman - Late KOYLI
With profound sadness, I inform members of the passing of Mr Malcolm Kitchingman, formerly of KOYLI, who died on 02 May 2025, aged 83. ...
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May 21, 20251 min read


'From Norway to Burma' a new book about the KOYLI now available
A new book about the KOYLI during WWII, written by Roger Holgate, whose father served in the 9th Battalion The King's Own Yorkshire Light...
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Mar 20, 20251 min read


Blue Plaque Unveiled in Pontefract to Honour 9 KOYLI Victoria Cross Recipients
On February 27th, at Minden House, the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, Mr. Ed Anderson CBC, unveiled a Pontefract Civic Society Blue...
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Mar 1, 20251 min read


Retired Officer David Jenkinson - Late 4th Battalion KOYLI
It is with deep sadness that I announce the passing of retired 4KOYLI Officer David Jenkinson, who died on February 26, 2025. Further...
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Feb 28, 20251 min read


Mr Kenneth William MacKenzie - Late KOYLI
With profound sadness, I inform members of the passing of Mr Kenneth William MacKenzie, formerly of KOYLI, who died on 28 December 2024...
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Jan 19, 20251 min read


Service In York Minster to mark the Anniversary of the Death of Lieutenant General Sir John Moore
On the anniversary of our founding father's death, Lieutenant General Sir John Moore, a service was held in the Regimental Chapel within...
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Jan 17, 20254 min read


Mr Barry Roberts - Late KOYLI, Gurkhas
With profound sadness, I inform members of the passing of Mr Barry Roberts, formerly of KOYLI, Gurkhas, who died on 16 June 2024 aged 86....
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Jan 15, 20251 min read


Mr Arnold Fothergill MBE - Late KOYLI, LI and RGJ
It is with profound sadness that I inform members of the passing of Mr. Arnold (Arnie) Fothergill, formerly of KOYLI, LI, and RGJ, who...
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Jan 8, 20251 min read


Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry. National Servicemen - do you recognise anyone in the picture?
This photograph has been sent in my the family of KOYLI National Serviceman, Pte R Tetley, to see if anyone can name those in the photo?
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Dec 8, 20241 min read


Mr Terrence William (Billy) Hole - Late KOYLI Band
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Mr Terrence William (known as Billy) Hole late KOYLI Band died on 28 Aug 24...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read


Update - Memorial Service for Colonel Tony Hare - Late KOYLI
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Colonel Tony Hare died peacefully at home after a short illness on Saturday...
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Aug 4, 20241 min read


Armed Forces Family Arts & Crafts Day Sat 17th August
The King’s Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Museum are running an Armed Forces family arts & crafts day in the Danum Gallery, Library and...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Minden Day Gathering 5th August 12pm to 4.30pm at The Old Tavern Pontefract
Drop in for a drink and a chat or sit down for lunch, they do a lovely carvery at £10.50 with a dessert, plus a huge menu plus snacks. ...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Information Request for R Barwell KOYLI
If anyone has any contact information for former KOYLI LCpl R Barwell or his family please contact the Association Secretary by email at...
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Jul 22, 20241 min read


Cancellation of the Minden Day Minden Day Reunion Function
Dear Association Member, We regret to inform you that the Minden Day Reunion Function at Grove Hall South Kirkby on 3 Aug 24 has been...
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Jul 12, 20241 min read


Mr Eric (Spike) Davies - Late KOYLI Band
It is with great sadness that I have to inform members that Mr Eric Davies, known as Spike, late KOYLI band passed away on 15 June 2024...
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Jun 21, 20241 min read


THE RIFLES, LI AND KOYLI VIRTUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE AND LUNCH SATURDAY 3RD OCTOBER 2020
The Rifles, LI and KOYLI virtual Memorial Service and Lunch on Saturday 3rd October 2020
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Sep 13, 20202 min read
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