- Contributed byÌý
- daughter-in-law
- People in story:Ìý
- William [Ted] Edward Brunt
- Location of story:Ìý
- Unknown airfield in U.K.
- Background to story:Ìý
- Royal Air Force
- Article ID:Ìý
- A7528179
- Contributed on:Ìý
- 04 December 2005
William {Ted} Brunt served as a Flying Officer in the R.A.F.Volunteer Reserve.During a German bombing raid he climbed a radiomast to repair essential communications. He was later awarded a certificate and medal showing he was 'mentioned in despatches'for distinguished service.Secretary of State for Air Archibald Sinclair was'charged to record His Majesty's high appreciation.'
Any more details would be welcome;eventually to pass onto Ted's grandchildren.
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