Sergeant Norman Hopper
30 Nov 1913 - 06 Apr 1984
Biography
He was the son of Robert and Eugenie Hooper.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hetton le Hole Patrol | Patrol Leader | Unknown | 03 Dec 1944 |
Education
Went to night school after the war while working for the National Coal Board resulting in promotion and a move away from Hetton to Leeds where he died.
National ID
FFSG 183/4
Occupation
Railway stoker at colliery
Address
29, Lyons Colliery, Hetton le Hole, County Durham
Other information
Took over as Patrol Sergeant in 1942 when original Sergeant Johnny West was promoted to Second Lieutenant
Norman was also a Sergeant in the Easington Lane Home Guard.
References
The National Archives in Kew ref WO199/3389
John Manear
1939 Register
Hancock data held at B.R.A