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7th Battalion, Duke of Wellington's (West Riding) Regiment    The 1/7th Battalion Duke of Wellington, West Riding Regiment served in France and Iceland. They landed in Normandy on the 11th of June 1944 and served with distinction, gaining a Battle Honour Fontenay-le-Pesnil on the 25th of June 1944. 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Those known to have served with 7th Battalion, Duke of Wellington's (West Riding) Regiment during the Second World War 1939-1945. Crossley Alfred. Sgt. (d.12th July 1944) The names on this list have been submitted by relatives, friends, neighbours and others who wish to remember them, if you have any names to add or any recollections or photos of those listed, please Add a Name to this List Records of 7th Battalion, Duke of Wellington's (West Riding) Regiment from other sources. The Wartime Memories Project is the original WW1 and WW2 commemoration website. Announcements 1st of September 2024 marks 25 years since the launch of the Wartime Memories Project. Thanks to everyone who has supported us over this time. The Wartime Memories Project has been running for 25 years. 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