I've managed to track down one of the two commandos. It was George Leonard Akerley of Saint-Léonard, Canada (G/21001). I believe he came to the UK in 1939 and married, having two children. His brother Percy Akerley was part of the same military group. He was assigned to D. Company of the CYR.
He was sent with the CYR as part of the first wave during Op. Husky, the invasion of Sicily on the 10th July 1943 and sadly killed in action the following day at the age of 30.
He is buried in Grave 338, Row F, Plot C, of Agira War Cemetary, Sicily.
I'd love to track down a relative and send them a photo and some information of my discovery. Fortunately I managed to find out the above and incorprate it with a photo into our display board in the nick of time for our open days at the Drop Redoubt last weekend.
Still no joy with Pvt. Spring unfortunately. If anyone could help it would be much appreciated.
Last edited by Phil Eyden; 17-06-11 at 21:05.
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