Michael Willetts
English sergeant; George Cross recipient
Born
August 13th, 1943
82 years ago
Died
1971
54 years ago — 28 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United Kingdom
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A sergeant in the British Army, earned the George Cross for extraordinary bravery during a bomb disposal mission in Northern Ireland in 1972. The conflict in the region required substantial courage and expertise in neutralizing dangerous explosives. Willetts' actions saved lives and showcased exceptional skill under threat. The George Cross is the highest civilian award for bravery in the UK, awarded for acts of valor in circumstances of extreme danger.
Received the George Cross in 1972
Served in the British Army’s bomb disposal unit
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