LSgt. James Holland, Commando Basic Training Centre Instructor
[Photos courtesy of his grandson Ian Hall].
James Holland was a Barnsley Police Officer who volunteered for the Commandos enlisting 15 October 1942 joining the 3rd Police Intake to the Commando Depot (Commando Basic Training Centre), Achnacarry, which commenced that day. Initially chosen for No.3 Commando, after completing his course he was selected to join the instructional staff of the Commando Basic Training Centre. Transferred to Reserve List 6 September 1945.
In 1939 he was a Police Constable, single, and residing at 1 Darley Terrace, Barnsley. His name is on a roll commemorating the 25 Barnsley Police Officers who served in HM Forces in WW2 which is located at the Police Station, Churchfield, Barnsley. Member of the Commando Association.
Known as: Jack
Rank: Lance Sergeant
Unit / Base: Commando Basic Training Centre staff.
Prior Police Service: Barnsley Borough Police Force
Regiment/Corps: Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders
Service Number: 14317614.
James 'Jack' Holland.
b. 14.05.1916.
d. 2000 Yorkshire.
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Date: 31/12/2025
Size: 3 items
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