These photos were most likely taken by my Grandfather between April and June 1942 when he was in Syria. The captions used are what he wrote on the backs of the photos.
Grandad’s WWII Diary – Photos of Farming – Syria – April-June 1942
These photos were most likely taken by my Grandfather between April and June 1942 when he was in Syria. The captions used are what he wrote on the backs of the photos.
14 Weeks Worth of Socks 
… and there is fighting again today in the area around Idlib, Syria.
Yes, it’s so sad, they never seem to be at peace in the region
So awesome that you’re taking care of these priceless photos. Seeing them in the current day really brings out the pathos of Syria’s contemporary history.
Glad you like them. Some of them are pretty amazing.
I am especially interested in Syria. We lived there for several years in the early 1980s and one of our daughters was born there. This article tells a bit more about how things are going there now.
http://www.nybooks.com/articles/archives/2014/nov/06/syria-we-dont-know/?insrc=hpma
P.S. Thanks for all the likes on my travel blog.
Your blog is fascinating, I look forward to reading more when I have time.
Hi, very nice pics. I’m searching some documents about Syria in 1942 because I’m managing the preparation of an exhibition for the Memorial Charles de Gaulle in Colombey (France) – 02/02-15/04. Is it possible to use some pics of your grandad ? You can send me an email to give me some elements about him (name…) Thanks a lot and Best regards
Hi, yes please feel free to use the photos and if possible credit them. His name was Stuart Leslie Sillars and I have a little more information on this page including his battalion details https://14weeksworthofsocks.com/2014/03/03/grandads-war-diary-introduction/