British WW2 veteran Tom Hicks passed away
British WW2 veteran sapper Tom Hicks passed away at the age of 101 years. He served with the 1st Parachute Squadron Royal Engineer in Tunisia, Sicily, Southern Italy and Arnhem, where he was wounded and taken prisoner.
Tom at the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem
Tom at the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem
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- Source: Tracesofwar, Arjan Vrieze
- Published on: 25-01-2021 09:39:35
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