

Second World War
The fighting of the Second World War touched every corner of the globe, on land, on sea and in the air. Today, nearly 600,000 Second World War casualties are commemorated by the CWGC in cemeteries and memorials around the world. Tell us their stories. (Image: © IWM E 17110)


Flight Lieutenant Arthur James Wheatland 100696, RAFVR
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Sergeant Walter Langley CH/24514, Royal Marines, 'SS Ascot'
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Flying Officer Hugh Douglas Steeves J/7474, RCAF, 414 Squadron
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Corporal Douglas James Alexander 3064352, 1st Battalion, The Royal Scots
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom

Flying Officer Frederick Shaw Bradbury 143735, RAFVR, 1661 Heavy Conversion Unit
By Philip Baldock
United Kingdom
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