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12/02/2014 13:52:03

Subject: Eric Bates Briggs No 4 Commando

Pete
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It is with much sadness that we advise you of the death on the 6th January 2014 of Eric Bates Briggs. Eric, aged 91, served in No 4 Commando. Our condolences to his son Nigel and all the family and friends.

Rest in peace Eric

Pete Rogers, son of LSgt Joe Rogers MM & nephew of TSM Ken McAllister. Both No2 Commando.
God and the Soldier, all men adore, In time of danger and not before.
When the danger is passed and all things righted, God is forgotten, and the Soldier slighted.

**** nb. I no longer monitor the pm facility ****

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12/02/2014 16:58:04

Subject: Re:Eric Bates Briggs No 4 Commando

Eileen
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RIP Mr Briggs. Thinking of him and his family.

Thank you.

If I have praised my comrades too highly I make no apology, for they were beyond all praise.

Lord Lovat - No 4 Commando

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13/02/2014 19:20:24

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Bill Harvey
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Nigel family and friends our thoughts are with you.

Bill and family

Bill Harvey
Son of Gunner Bill Harvey No4 Commando who was killed in action on 1 November 1944 when liberating Flushing. "Their deeds shall live from age to age. They've writ their name on History's page. Upheld their glorious heritage. The Fighting Fourth Commando."

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