Formed by the British Colonial Office and served in WW1 and WW2. In 1928 became the Royal WAFF. Disbanded in 1960.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
West African Frontier Force
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A. Wilds
Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
C. E. Powell
Co-partner or employee of the South Suburban Gas Company. Served but did not die in WW1.
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