Harry Roberts He kills Coppers

Harry Roberts He kills Coppers

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Harry Roberts was responsible for one of the most notorious crimes in Britain, which shook the nation and lead him to become one of the longest-serving prisoners in Britain. Even his parole in 2014 after serving 48 years in prison was a cause of great outrage.  The reason for this is that Harry Roberts had gunned down and killed 3 Police officers in front of playing school children before fleeing the scene and evading capture in a nationwide manhunt for more than 3 months.
Local Hero: John Franks Vallentin VC

Local Hero: John Franks Vallentin VC

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For conspicuous bravery on 7th November at Zillebeke. When leading the attack against the Germans under a very heavy fire he was struck down, and on rising to continue the attack was immediately killed. The capture of the enemy’s trenches which followed was in a great measure due to the confidence which the men had in their Captain, arising from his many previous acts of great bravery and ability.

Local Hero: George Jarratt VC

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“all of us offer you our deepest sympathy that he did not live to receive the cross. I saw your husband shortly before he died, & I am quite sure that although so severely wounded, the shock was so great that he felt no pain. I could not help noting that he seemed extraordinarily bright & cheerful, & certainly was a splendid example of a magnificent man…Your husband will remain a hero to this battalion as long as it exists, & his name will help its members to try to live up to his magnificent example”
Kennington’s Astronauts

Kennington’s Astronauts

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hiding in 'plane' sight The sad news of the passing of Astronaut Michael Collins has led me to write about Kennington’s own links with the space programme. https://twitter.com/NASA/status/1387447572256657414?s=20 One of…