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Michael Willetts

Recipient of the George Cross

Died when: 27 years 285 days (333 months)
Star Sign: Leo

 

Michael Willetts

Michael Willetts, GC (13 August 1943 – 25 May 1971) was one of the first British soldiers to be killed during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and the recipient of a posthumous George Cross for his heroism in saving lives during the Provisional Irish Republican Army bombing which claimed his own.

The Harvey Andrews song "Soldier" commemorates Willetts.


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