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I have a QSA/WWI trio to The Honourable Arthur Ernest Henry Eliot, brother to the Earl of St. German. This worthy who served as a Lieutenant, later Captain, with the SAMIF claimed to have been commissioned into Kitchener's Horse - a claim he often repeated (and possibly believed) in many newspaper reports in the early 1900's.

I always thought they were two separate entities? Am I wrong? Eliot does not appear on the nominal rolls of KH.

Regards

Rory

Hi Rory
I am so looking forward to your post regarding this chap.
What a character to research, this story is going to be very entertaining.
Mixed messages regarding Kitcheners Horse. Served as a Trooper in one report with K H
Robert's Horse also gets a mention as a Trooper. No evidence on rolls to prove it.
Royal Navy and his proposed time in the Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry militia is also recorded. A colourful character and potential black sheep of the family will make this research project an excellent addition to your fine collection.


Dave......

I have unearthed plenty of material on Eliot Dave - this chap is the gift that keeps on giving. Almost Errol Flynn-like. Couldn't do it in this day and age - too many woke people and paparazzi about....

Regards

Rory

Absolutely Rory. I had a read about him last night. Unbelievable, I can only imagine how much fun you are going to have bringing this gentleman's exploits to the forum. No holds barred please, we need the full Monty on this story.

Regards

Dave...

Rory,

That does sound fascinating.

Yes, they were definitely two separate units.

There are a few attestation papers for Elliot/Elliott but nothing for your man.

Look forward to your write-up/

Best wishes
David

Thank you David - I managed to get one from that master of all things attestation related, Adrian Ellard