Distinguished Old Framlinghamians
Framlingham is rooted in the county of Suffolk, but Framlinghamians have spanned the world from the age of Empire, through times of conflict and into the modern era, in pursuit of trade and adventure. There are those who have made their mark in business, sports, academics, as artists and writers, in agriculture, in the services, the media and in the world of entertainment. You can learn about them here, and you can nominate additions.
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Major Thomas James Jackson Liell MC TD (1920-1927)
Company director (dyer and cleaner). During WW2 served in 85th Mountain Regiment of the Royal Artillery and was awarded the Military Cross... Read more
Company director (dyer and cleaner). During WW2 served in 85th Mountain Regiment of the Royal Artillery and was awarded the Military Cross on 28 June 1945 during the Italian campaign.
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Colonel Sholto Murdoch Grant OBE (Stradbroke 1918-1921)
After attending Sandhurst he joined the Indian Army and during WW2 was in the Rajputana Rifles, when he was awarded the OBE.
Mr Frederick George Seggons MBE (Kerrison 1917-1921)
Was a farmer who during WW2 served in 8th Battalion of Suffolk Home Guard. He was awarded MBE on 15 December 1944... Read more
Was a farmer who during WW2 served in 8th Battalion of Suffolk Home Guard. He was awarded MBE on 15 December 1944 “In recognition of meritorious service in the Home Guard.”
Read lessColonel Norman Robert Salew OBE (Garrett 1917-1920)
Good sportsman at the College who afterwards played Hockey for Sandhurst, Berkshire, Hampshire, the Army, Combined Services and Wales. During WW2 he... Read more
Good sportsman at the College who afterwards played Hockey for Sandhurst, Berkshire, Hampshire, the Army, Combined Services and Wales. During WW2 he served in 1st Battalion, Essex Regiment and was awarded an OBE in 1945, when he was Deputy Director, Army Welfare Service. He was also a Deputy Lieutenant for Essex and Vice President of the Essex Hockey Association.
Read lessLt Col Archibald Grahame Johnson MBE (Rendlesham 1914-1918)
Spent his career in Regular Army in the Intelligence Division. Awarded MBE. No other details.
Lt Col John Manby OBE (1913-1918)
Joined Indian Army on leaving the College and served in Afghanistan and Waziristan campaigns. Retired from Army in 1925, but recalled in... Read more
Joined Indian Army on leaving the College and served in Afghanistan and Waziristan campaigns. Retired from Army in 1925, but recalled in 1939 when he commanded the exhibition train illustrating the war effort of the Indian Services. The exhibition toured India and was visited by 8m people. He was awarded the OBE in 1945.
Read lessMr Geoffrey Reginald Beauchamp MC (1909-1916)
After attending Sandhurst he served with 1st Battalion North Staffordshire Regiment and was twice wounded. He was awarded the Military Cross on... Read more
After attending Sandhurst he served with 1st Battalion North Staffordshire Regiment and was twice wounded. He was awarded the Military Cross on 3 June 1919 “For distinguished service in connection with military operations in France and Flanders”.
Read lessBrigadier Edward Reed Byas MC (1913-1916)
During WW1 served in 1ST Battalion of the Wiltshire Regiment and was awarded the Military Cross on 2 December 1918 “For conspicuous... Read more
During WW1 served in 1ST Battalion of the Wiltshire Regiment and was awarded the Military Cross on 2 December 1918 “For conspicuous gallantry while leading his platoon in an attack, when he reached his objective and pushing on, consolidated a position on the far side of a village. When daylight came, it was discovered that his platoon was surrounded, but in spite of heavy machine gun fire, he maintained the position. Later, while leading a patrol which suffered severe casualties, he displayed great courage in carrying the wounded to a place of safety.”
Read lessLt Col Trant Percy Clarke OBE (1913-1916)
Served in WW1 in 50th Scinde Rifles and 51st Sikhs. Was awarded OBE. Nothing further known.
Air Vice-Marshal John Astley Gray CB CBE DFC GM (1911-1916)
Was instrumental in the defeat in 1920 of an African rebel known as the Mad Mullah in what was Britain’s cheapest war!... Read more
Was instrumental in the defeat in 1920 of an African rebel known as the Mad Mullah in what was Britain’s cheapest war! He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross during the 1920 campaign and then won the George Medal in World War II. Died in 1987.
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Group Captain Thomas Stanley Horry DFC AFC (1912-1915)
During WW1 he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and is credited with downing 8 planes in total during WW1. He was... Read more
During WW1 he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and is credited with downing 8 planes in total during WW1. He was awarded the Air Force Cross in 1928. During WW2 he served with Bomber Command in Hong Kong, Singapore and the Far East.
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Commander Cyril George Neeves OBE (Garrett 1910-1915)
Joined Royal Navy after leaving the College. Served in WW1 and then a series of roles as Secretary to senior ranks. Served... Read more
Joined Royal Navy after leaving the College. Served in WW1 and then a series of roles as Secretary to senior ranks. Served similar roles in WW2 ending up from 1944 to 1946 as Assistant Secretary (Military) to the War Cabinet. He was awarded OBE on 1 January 1947.
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Lt Col Edward Guy Pullan MC (Rendlesham 1912-1915)
After attending Sandhurst he served with Worcestershire Regiment in WW1 and was awarded the Military Cross on 3 June 1918 “For distinguished... Read more
After attending Sandhurst he served with Worcestershire Regiment in WW1 and was awarded the Military Cross on 3 June 1918 “For distinguished service in the field”. Also mentioned in dispatches. After WW1 he served in 2nd Battalion, Lancashire Fusiliers. During WW2 he was appointed Lt Colonel and served in France.
Read lessMr Edward Gerald Steel MC (1911-1915)
During WW1 served in London Regiment (and later Bedfordshire and and Hertfordshire Regiment) and was awarded the Military Cross on 25 November... Read more
During WW1 served in London Regiment (and later Bedfordshire and and Hertfordshire Regiment) and was awarded the Military Cross on 25 November 1916 “For conspicuous gallantry in action. He led his platoon with great courage and determination to their final objective. Later, he consolidated and maintained his position for four days until relieved. He set a splendid example to his men.”
Read lessCaptain Benjamin Frank John Bradbeer MC (1913-1914)
During WW1 served in royal Tank Corps and was awarded the Military Cross on 7 November 1918 “For conspicuous gallantry and devotion... Read more
During WW1 served in royal Tank Corps and was awarded the Military Cross on 7 November 1918 “For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty as company reconnaissance officer. He led the tanks until the moment they came into action and rendered invaluable services to his company commander throughout the day.”
Read lessCaptain Harold Meldrum MC (1911-1914)
During WW1 served in 14th Battalion of Gloucestershire Regiment and was awarded the Military Cross on 27 July 1916 “For conspicuous gallantry.... Read more
During WW1 served in 14th Battalion of Gloucestershire Regiment and was awarded the Military Cross on 27 July 1916 “For conspicuous gallantry. He led a bombing party into the enemy’s trenches, captured and brought back a machine-gun after killing the gun crew, and successfully bombed dug-outs. They were heavily shelled when returning.”
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