Join me on a journey through the intriguing life of my maternal grandfather, Arthur Benjamin Kenyon. Born on September 20, 1912, in Manchester, Arthur’s story unfolds with his marriage to my nana Joan in June 1937. They settled into a modest home, filled with dreams, and purchased furniture for 40 pounds sterling.
World War II brought change. Arthur enlisted in the Royal Artillery, stationed at Balgray House, Lockerbie, Scotland. The echoes of soldiers training for battle filled the air. In 1944, amidst the war’s chaos, Arthur parted ways with nana Joan, starting a new life with another woman.
The post-war years revealed glimpses of Arthur’s life. A Senior Traffic Warden in Manchester, he remarried and had three children. However, stories hint at complexities and shadows surrounding Arthur.
As I uncover Arthur’s story, I am filled with curiosity. His journey from a young husband to a soldier in war, and later a figure shrouded in mystery, paints a complex portrait. Join me as we peel back the layers of time and discover the enigma of my maternal grandfather, Arthur Kenyon.