Who is This ? ? ?

[FROGSMILE]

10 minutes ago, Knotty said:

I’m fairly sure the chevrons in this case are those given for oversea service, one for every 12 month period. Again I’m not sure, you would need a uniform specialist, but the cuff indicates the rank of the officer. It might be useful to identify which regiment.

(we need @FROGSMILE to help here)

 

 

 

He’s an officer of the Royal Highlanders (Black Watch) with one red overseas service chevron for 1914 and two blue, for 1915, and 1916, respectively.  He is of field rank (3-cuff rings) and the central position of his only visible rank emblem suggests the lone crown of a major.  Although Black Watch officers generally wore the government tartan kilt, those of field rank instead had riding breeches, tall boots and spurs, reflecting their mobility via a charger (mount).  This applied to a battalion adjutant too.

Edited 7 September by FROGSMILE

[neverforget]

5 minutes ago, FROGSMILE said:

He’s an officer of the Royal Highlanders (Black Watch) with one red overseas service chevron for 1914 and two blue, for 1915, and 1916, respectively.  He is of field rank (3-cuff rings) and the central position of his only visible rank emblem suggests the lone crown of a major.

Most helpful. Many thanks 

[FROGSMILE]

1 minute ago, neverforget said:

Most helpful. Many thanks 

I’m glad to help.  I’ve not the first idea who he is!

[neverforget]

1 minute ago, FROGSMILE said:

I’m glad to help.  I’ve not the first idea who he is!

You and me both 

[Knotty]

2 minutes ago, FROGSMILE said:

I’m glad to help.

Thanks @FROGSMILE , I convinced myself a call to arms would work😂

[Pat Atkins]

On 05/09/2024 at 22:07, neverforget said:

Cheers Bob. Hope all concerned had a bundle of fun 

That was a corker, well done!

 

[Knotty]

So a Major in the Black Watch, featured on a pretty well known photo, featuring a group of 8 with civilians.

[Pat Atkins]

Was he a Scottish architect? I have one in mind who might fit the bill (MC and two bars)

Edit: your initial clues seemed to point to that profession, see

Edited 7 September by Pat Atkins

[Knotty]

16 minutes ago, Pat Atkins said:

Was he a Scottish architect? I have one in mind who might fit the bill (MC and two bars)

Edit: your initial clues seemed to point to that profession, see

He was indeed Pat

[Pat Atkins]

I got him in part because of your Gunner clue, it just rang a tiny bell somewhere. Another good one, so I won't blab the name and spoil it!

[neverforget]

43 minutes ago, Pat Atkins said:

That was a corker, well done!

 

Cheers 

38 minutes ago, Pat Atkins said:

Was he a Scottish architect? I have one in mind who might fit the bill (MC and two bars)

Edit: your initial clues seemed to point to that profession, see

Even with that extra info I'm still in the dark 

[Bob Davies]

4 hours ago, Knotty said:

So a Major in the Black Watch, featured on a pretty well known photo, featuring a group of 8 with civilians.

W. B. B.?

[Knotty]

14 minutes ago, Bob Davies said:

W. B. B.?

👍 Do you want to name him?,or see if @Pat Atkins comes back,as he had him earlier.

Edited 7 September by Knotty

[Bob Davies]

Just now, Knotty said:

👍 Do you want to name him or see if @Pat Atkins comes back as he had him earlier

It belongs to Pat without a doubt.

Or do we keep Steve guessing or put him out of his misery?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Knotty]

5 minutes ago, Bob Davies said:

Or do we keep Steve guessing or put him out of his misery?

After Steve’s last WIT, I will leave it up to you😁

[Bob Davies]

1 minute ago, Knotty said:

After Steve’s last WIT, I will leave it up to you😁

I had seen this picture some time ago and as you say overlooked.

I have no Idea as yet where 'Gunner' comes into it but the 'architect' gave it to me.

That should help @neverforget wandering the war graves.....

I must thank @FROGSMILE for his continued lessons on rank, uniform, insignia and all.

I searched for ages early this morning for a 'Black Watch Major' with no results

I still can only find a later picture of him, not your OP.

 

[neverforget]

I'm sorry chaps I'm just going round in ever decreasing circles with this one. Please perform an act of kindness upon me. 

[Bob Davies]

1 minute ago, neverforget said:

I'm sorry chaps I'm just going round in ever decreasing circles with this one. Please perform an act of kindness upon me. 

@Knotty give him the colour pic

All credit to @Pat Atkins 

Regards,

Bob.

[Knotty]

© ww1 in colour

Left to right are... Major WB Binnie (IWGC Deputy Director of Works); Captain John Truelove (IWGC Architect); Major-General Sir Fabian Ware (founder of IWGC) Colonel Clive Wigram (King George's private secretary); Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig; Colonel H T Goodland; King George V and T Elvidge (Head Gardener Tyne Cot).

When Binnie went back to his architectural practice after his time with the IWGC one of his later commissions was the East Stand at Highbury Stadium

Here you go @neverforget.  https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Binnie_(architect)

[neverforget]

Thanks John. I had to admit that you had me well and truly beaten with that one, so kudos to you, and well done to Pat and Bob. Excellent stuff 

[Pat Atkins]

Apologies for dipping out at the crucial moment - another enjoyable WIT, thanks! 

 

[neverforget]

26 minutes ago, Pat Atkins said:

Apologies for dipping out at the crucial moment 

As the bishop said to the actress 

[Knotty]

Ok let’s have a go at this one, the visual clue is pinned on his chest.

[neverforget]

1 hour ago, Knotty said:

Ok let’s have a go at this one, the visual clue is pinned on his chest.

Is that 10th Canadian Rifles, or am I way off as per usual?

[Knotty]

Correct continent, the wrong allies😁