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Army - Korean War (1950–53)

Bill Fox

Desperate for adventure, Bill Fox volunteered to go to Korea with the Gloucestershire Regiment. He experienced some of the worst fighting of the war. Bill...
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Civilian - First Aid Nursing Yeomanry

Mildred Schutz

Mildred Schutz was in a reserved occupation when she joined the FANY in 1941. Initially she served as a civilian secretary at SOE HQ on...
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Army - Berlin Airlift (1948–49)

Jean Eastham

Jean Eastham was lucky to survive the Birmingham Blitz. In this fascinating interview she recalls how she felt to be on the Berlin Airlift. A...
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RAF - Berlin Airlift (1948–49)

Clifford Thomas

Clifford Thomas served as a clerk with the RAF and was stationed at several airfields throughout Germany during the Berlin Airlift. Joining the RAF at...
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RAF - Berlin Airlift (1948–49)

Gordon Westwell

Gordon Westwell an Aircraft Engineer on the Berlin Airlift recalls the only fatal crash at Wunstorf which, effected the way he did his job afterwards...
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Navy - Naval Convoys (1939–1945)

Joan Endersby

Joan gives an interview that's full of fun and laughter. It was brilliant meeting her and, like so many of her type, she is terribly...
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Navy - Naval Convoys (1939–1945)

Betty Dobson

Betty Dobson provides some wonderful colour to her interview which details her life as a Leading Wren in Donibristle, Scotland. Life in the Wrens: Signals,... Go to Veteran Profile >
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Navy - Naval Convoys (1939–1945)

Edward Rogers

A lucky WWII seaman details what it was like to be stranded at sea after being torpedoed - and still survive. Edward Rogers, known...
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Army - Korean War (1950–53)

John Page

John Page was a Linesman in the 20th Field Regiment. In Korea, his job was to repair damaged lines and ensure there was minimal disruption....
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RAF - Berlin Airlift (1948–49)

John Perkins

On the Berlin Airlift John Perkins worked in security at the Gatow Airfield. He was then sent to Fassberg where he was attached to the...
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Army - D-Day and the Battle for Normandy (1944)

Allan Orpin

Allan Orpin provides a good account of his time with the 6th Airborne Armoured Reconnaissance Regiment. Allan Orpin served in the 6th Airborne Armoured Reconnaissance...
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Civilian - Our Secret WW2 (1939–1945)

Bob Maloubier

Bob Maloubier was a world renowned saboteur and weapons trainer in the SOE. He provides a fantastic account of his service. Bob Maloubier gives an...
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Army - Military Musicians

Alan Carcary

Alan Carcary has an ‘amazing’ story: a boy immersed in music who became a member of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards A musician shares his...
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Ralph Tyrrell

Ralph Tyrrell gives an amazing account of life as a 20 year old bomb aimer. '..it was my job to go and lay on my...
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Army - D-Day and the Battle for Normandy (1944)

Reg Charles

Reg Charles provides an outstanding account of his time in the 1st Battalion, The Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry. Reg Charles fought in his infantry...
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Army - Korean War (1950–53)

John Pritchard

In Korea, John Pritchard was a craftsman with the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers [REME]. Born into a military family, John served his country bravely...
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Army - Korean War (1950–53)

Brian Parritt

In the Korean war, Second Lieutenant Brian Parritt served in Baker Troop, Minden Battery, 20th (Field) Regiment, Royal Artillery. He provides a fantastic, detailed account...
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John Clarke

John Clarke gives a brutal and compelling account of his experiences as an infantryman with The Black Watch during the Second World War. John recalls... Go to Veteran Profile >
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Navy - Naval Convoys (1939–1945)

Vic Ould

Vic Ould gives a fascinating account of his life aboard Destroyer HMS Carron. She was involved in ensuring safe passage of the Troop ship 'Monsters'....
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Navy - D-Day and the Battle for Normandy (1944)

Les Stonell

Les Stonell served as a Telegraphist Coder with the Royal Navy NP 1732. His work was to provide ‘Shore to Ship’ Intelligence. Leslie William Stonell...
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Most Popular Talking Points

Recommended Veteran Interviews

Army , Women of the Army (1949-92)
Army , Women of the Army (1949-92)

Patricia ‘Budgie’ Rosewell

Budgie provided us with some lovely photos of her at work and play!
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Women of the Army (1949-92)

In 2024, with support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we proudly added 30 female voices to the Legasee Archive...
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