Date of birth:

January 18th, 1917 (Helmingham, United Kingdom)

Date of death:

May 14th, 2021

Nationality:

British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Mayhew was the last WWII veteran with the William Order.

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Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major

Unit:

1st Battalion Suffolk Regiment, 8th Infantry Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, British Army

Awarded on:

April 24th, 1946

Awarded for:

Operation Market Garden

"During combat to liberate occupied Dutch territory he [Mayhew] distinguished himself by committing excellent acts of bravery, leadership and loyalty. Moreover he displayed an extraordinary sense of duty and great perseverance, and was in every way, through praiseworthy example, an inspiration to all in those glorious days."

Royal decree no.29

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

• Photo 1: Rob van Eerden, Ministry of Defence, Netherlands (Public Domain)
• - Maalderink p.282
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