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Jim-Leaver

A veteran interview with

Jim Leaver

In the Second World War, Jim Leaver served as a Troop Commander in the 61st Reconnaissance Regiment. He was in the thick of the action on D-Day.

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About Jim Leaver

Jim Leaver, a World War II Reconnaissance Officer, landed on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. He was responsible for leading a troop of men and navigating perilous crossroads and enemy lines. Jim’s role involved gathering crucial information about enemy positions and reporting back to command. He emphasises the importance of reconnaissance in the war, highlighting his role in supporting infantry units and ensuring their safe passage.

Jim recalls his initial training, the difficulty of operating armoured vehicles, and the constant threat of enemy tanks.

His service was marked by constant danger, including enemy shelling. Despite the challenges, he survived the war and returned home with a newfound appreciation for life. He remembers his time in service vividly, particularly the camaraderie he shared with his fellow soldiers.

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Interviewed by:
Brig. C Elderton
Reviewed by:
Atiyyah Afzal

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A veteran interview with

Jim Leaver

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In the Second World War, Jim Leaver served as a Troop Commander in the 61st Reconnaissance Regiment. He was in the thick of the action on D-Day.

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MLA Style:
Leaver, Jim. A Veteran Interview with Jim Leaver. Interview by Brig. C Elderton. Legasee, n.d. https://www.legasee.org.uk/veteran/jim-leaver/. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
APA Style:
Leaver, J. (n.d.). A Veteran Interview with Jim Leaver [Interview by Brig. C Elderton]. Legasee. Retrieved June 14, 2025, from https://www.legasee.org.uk/veteran/jim-leaver/
Chicago Style:
Leaver, Jim. n.d.. A Veteran Interview with Jim Leaver. Interview by Brig. C Elderton. Legasee. Accessed June 14, 2025. https://www.legasee.org.uk/veteran/jim-leaver/
Harvard Style:
Leaver, J. (n.d.). A Veteran Interview with Jim Leaver. [Interviewed by Brig. C Elderton]. Legasee. Available at https://www.legasee.org.uk/veteran/jim-leaver/ (Accessed: 14 June 2025)
Vancouver Style:
Leaver, J. A Veteran Interview with Jim Leaver [Internet]. Interview by B. Elderton. Legasee; n.d. [cited 2025 Jun 14]. Available from: https://www.legasee.org.uk/veteran/jim-leaver/
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