OUR D-DAY HEROES: in memory of those who lost their lives, and those whose lives were changed forever

If your loved one played their part in the D-Day landings 80 years ago, or if you wish to pay tribute to the Greatest Generation, we are honoured to help you commemorate them.

Share your D-Day hero’s story with pride; and help today’s heroes in their memory. Whether they served in 1944 or 2024, together we can make sure veterans don't suffer in silence. As a special thank you, everyone who makes a donation will receive a commemorative "My Hero" candle to help you remember your D-Day hero.

Remember our D-Day Heroes

Augustus (Tom) White

A proud, loving son.

01/06/2024

12/9/1940 enlisted in the Royal Artillery. Wounded during an explosion on his coastal A/A battery. 29/11/1943 transferred to the Royal Navy. Served aboard HMS Queen of Thanet during the D-Day landings, establishing Mulberry Harbours on the beach-heads. 6/8/1944 returned to R/A and posted to India .Received sword wounds from an insurgent whilst preventing sectarian violence. A quiet, modest man. He never mentioned any of this while alive. All ascertained from military research.

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