This packet of documents were sent to me several years ago. They relate to Reginald Harry Docwra and his wife Lilian Vera Docwra. Reginald served in the RAF from 1924-1925, and during WW2 he served in the Home Guard, his wife Lilian was exempt from fire watch duties during the war, possibly due to ill health or disability.
Transcription of service document illustrated:
Service and discharge certificate issued to Reginald Harry Docwra, service no. 358466, date of birth 9.8.1903 at Surbiton, Surrey. Age on entry to RAF 20 years 334 days.
Civil occupation: Motor accessories salesman.
RAF trade: Aircrafthand for Wireless Operator Group 5.
Religion: C of E.
Date of entry into RAF: 8.7.1924.
Marital status: single.
Height: 5'6", chest: 33", hair: light brown, eyes: hazel, complexion: fresh, marks, wounds, scars: Vaccination 4 left. Scars both knees.
Discharged: 30.6.1925.
Home Guard Certificate:
Home Guard certificate issued to RH Docwra for Home Guard service between 23 July 1942 - 31 December 1944. Envelope addressed to Cpl. RH Docwra, 46 Ravensfield Gardens, Ewell, Sy., return address 57th Surrey (Mitcham) Bn. Home Guard, The Drill Hall, Hackbridge Green, Wallington.
Lilian Vera Docwra Fire Guard (Medical and hardship exemptions) Order 1943
Certificate of exemption issued to Mrs Lilian Vera Docwra of 46 Ravensfield Gardens, Stoneleigh Hill, Ewell, Surrey.