The memorial panel and the rose garden is located in the grounds of the church of St. John the Baptist. |
This rose garden is dedicated to the memory of Flight Sergeant John Hannah VC Wireless Operator and Air Gunner 27 Nov 1921 - 7 Jun 1947 |
The "London Gazette" on 01 October 1940: |
The King has been graciously pleased to confer the Victoria Cross on the undermentioned officer in recognition of most conspicuous bravery : 652918 Sergeant John Hannah: On the night of 15th September, 1940, Sergeant Hannah was the wireless operator/air gunner in an aircraft engaged in a successful attack on an enemy barge concentration at Antwerp. It was then subjected to intense anti-aircraft fire and received a direct hit from a projectile of an explosive and incendiary nature, which apparently burst inside the bomb compartment. |
Picture of John Hannah Picture owner: Imperial War Museum Source: Wikimedia |
This work created by the United Kingdom Government is in the public domain. | |
Grave of John Hannah Picture owner: Ajahewitt Source: Wikimedia |
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