Thought I would post a couple of photos in appreciation for all the assistance and information I have received from members that resulted in 'Aurora' now being finished in the vehicles original markings. The penciled information entered into a drivers handbook found in the vehicle initially gave the serial number and further research has resulted in finding the vehicle had served with the 1st. Motor Transport Vehicle Reception Depot, Canadian Military Headquarters, while located at Bordon in Hampshire in the early years of the war. So this chapter is now closed.
Through the Canadian War Museum Heritage site I have found out that Private J. (James) Dickson, RCASC, B84077 did survive the war, although as I am not a family member, or formal researcher, they could not furnish further information other than his full christian name and that the suffix 'B' indicated he enlisted in Toronto. I would dearly love to find out more as it would be nice to furnish the family with a photo of what Dad, Gran dad or whoever used to drive during their service life, they may in turn have photos of the actually vehicle in service!
Related to this saga elsewhere in this thread there is reference to wanting information on the letter 'K' that can be seen painted usually above the right rear wheel arch on RHD vehicles. Examples I have seen are on cars, station wagons, although from info within this thread it appears it was not limited to this class of vehicle. However, what is it? An inspection marking was one suggestion?
All the best,
Ian