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Have recently found out (with loads of thanks and grattitude to Zoe Linkson) that my late grandfather served in Royal ArmyMedical Corp in the Great War,what I would like to know now is is the RAMC a company on its own or are they attached to regiments.On the copies of his signing up papers it does give his army number,date he joined,place (Liverpool) Thanks Kathleen

http://www.1914-1918.*net/ramc.htm (remove *)

Thanks Geoff, I have tried that site very interesting,but cant find an answer on there Thanks again Kathleen

can someone tell me please Thanks Kathleen

RAMC: The RAMC traces its history back to the foundation of the Regular Army, following the restoration of King Charles II in 1660, but it was not until 1898 that officers and soldiers were incorporated into one body known as the Royal Army Medical Corps. The RAMC motto In Arduis Fidelius is translated as 'Steadfast in Adversity'. The 31 Victoria Crosses won by the Corps, including a double VC and one recipient of both the VC and the Iron Cross, bear testimony to the motto and the character and ideals of the men and women who wear the badge. More info from: http://www.1914-1918.net/ramc.htm http://www.burmastar.org.uk/The%20Royal%20Army%20Medical%20Services%20A%20Short%20History.htm

You don't say which 'Great War' but the R.A.M.C. have their own web site. will come up as that if you try Google.

The R.A.M.C. is a Corps, and various elements were attached to Regiments, Battalions, etc., as well as having their own Units. Paul

Thanks Fellas, Have found an address to write to on one of the sites,so hopefully can find out more Sorry Ray meant WW1 Thank you all for your help Kathleen

the ramc is a regiment in its own right but some are attached to other units as medical personel combat units sue