Don THURGAR's Photo Album. AAS Arborfield Intake 47B. Contributed by: Michael THURGAR, son of the late Don THURGAR Don THURGAR was born on 9th January 1932. He enlisted in 1947 (i.e. Intake 47B) and trained as an Apprentice Vehicle Mechanic at AAS Arborfield. He subsequently served in UK, Korea, Singapore 1954-1955, and Hilden (BAOR) 1957. Michael was born in Singapore; his younger sisters: Linda in Hilden, and Carol in Hounslow, Middlesex. In circa 1960 Don completed his Regular Army service, and in 1968 he and his family emigrated from UK to Australia settling in Frankston, Victoria, where he died on 11th January 1995. Michael, who now lives in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, would be pleased to hear from anyone who knew and served with Don. Note: Don’s Regular Army Certificate of Service (AB64 Part 1) appears on his documents page. Undated - AAS Arborfield. (standing left of stage) Don Thurgar. 1950 - AAS Arborfield, (probably 'C' Company). Apprentice Tradesman Don Thurgar.
1951 - Division 6 Don Thurgar, n/k.	Passing Out Parade Don Thurgar.
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Photos added 7th May 2019.
Korea. July 1952 – October 1953.
Don Thurgar (47B). Leaning his elbow on ‘The Verge Inn’ sign.
Don Thurgar (47B). On the left holding his mug.
Don Thurgar (47B). 2nd. from the left.
Editor’s Note.
These photos were received by Michael with no information. No unit details, but all are badged R.E.M.E. If anybody can fill in some details, names, unit, location etc. for Michael, please contact ‘The Editor’ who will pass them on to him. It will all help to build up his family history. Thank you.
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First Amended: 1st December 2006. Page revised and content updated: 8th May 2019.