Sergeant Walter "John" Wakely
19 Mar 1916 - 28 Jul 1994
Profile Picture
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Caption & credit
John Wakely - Beaminster Patrol Leader (Bob Pearson)
Biography
The son of Harold and Alice Wakely.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Patrol | Patrol Leader | 24 May 1940 | 03 Dec 1944 |
National ID
WLAQ 99/3
Occupation
Farmer
Address
1939: Cherry Cottage Farm, then Tanyard, Beaminster, Dorset
Other information
Known as John. John Wakely is commemorated by the John Wakely Memorial Trophy for Heavy Horses at the annual Melplash Show.
References
TNA ref WO199/3390
1939 Register
Hancock data held at B.R.A