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Will do Roger. We'll have to catch up sometime, we've probably passed each other over the battlefields or at ceremonies in the area. Regards David.

Thanks for all of the replies. I shall try and get more information about its origins. It was a field find as far as I'm aware, he most likely has cleaned it up himself perhaps?
I'll see what I can...

Thanks Peter for that rapid response. All info helps, I can locate the various regiments that served in the area to narrow him down with that knowledge.

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I've been asked by a local man who recovered this rifle in northern France if I can locate the previous owner or his relatives.
I have gone through the various processes of...

Hi all, I'm a retired firefighter with a passion for history (mainly ww1) I spend most of my time in northern France cycling and walking the battlefields. Learning French the hard way but also...