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Lanoe George Hawker VC, DSO.

Posted on 30/04/2017 by JA

Lanoe George Hawker VC, DSO. (30/12/1890 – 23/11/1916), was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions while a pilot serving with the Royal Flying Corps (RFA) on patrol over Passchendaele, on 25 July 1915. The Citation, recorded in the London … Continue reading →

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Falklands War Memorial in Portsmouth

Posted on 21/11/2014 by JA

The Falklands War Memorial in Portsmouth may be found in Broad Street, near to the Square Tower in the seafront. Many Royal Navy ships sailed from this port for the Falklands, some did not return. © DRW. 2013-2018. Added to … Continue reading →

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