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Norwich policeman and soldier David Johnson turning 100
One of Norwich's sons who served in the Second World War and spent two decades as a policeman is turning 100 this year.
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Farewell to Lieutenant Colonel David Hamilton, the last aviator of the D-Day Pathfinders
Hamilton was a member of the 9th Troop Carrier Command, the unit of airmen that flew the C-47s that dropped American parachutists on Normandy. Yesterday, the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) announced ...
Tapestry exhibition depicting D-Day to go on display in Co Fermanagh
A tapestry exhibition knitted and crocheted by hundreds of volunteers worldwide and is to go on show in Co Fermanagh. The ...
Nottinghamshire war hero who lost both legs in D-Day assault to be laid to rest
He was the Carlton-based Sherwood Rangers' Yeomanry's last known surviving second world war and D-Day veteran. Trooper Roy ...
Royal Navy veteran involved in D-Day landings celebrates 100th birthday on Hayling Island
A Royal Navy veteran who serviced his country during the D-Day landings has celebrated his 100th birthday on Hayling Island.
One of last surviving D-Day veterans celebrates 100th birthday by driving car for last time
Joseph Bullock was just 19 when he took part in the Normandy landings in June 1944. His family say he never really spoke about his experiences - but he has proudly shown off his medals ...
Star Trek's Scotty and his missing finger: How actor James Doohan lost right middle digit after being hit by friendly fire as a soldier on D-Day - and then hid its absence …
The star had to have his middle finger amputated after being hit by 'friendly fire' during during the D-Day Normandy landings ...