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Shaw, Albert

Nationality:
British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Biography

Sergeant Albert Shaw first volunteered to served in the defence of London during the Blitz. He then joined te Royal Artillery and fought in Burma, Rangoon area. He became Acting Sergeant Major and he taught Indian troops to fight. Returned home in 1947.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Acting Sergeant-Major
Unit:
Royal Artillery
Burma Star

Sources

  • Photo 1: Simon Spall
  • - Family, medal

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