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Thompson, A.C. Mne.

Service Number: PO/X110010

(2961)

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A, HQ, Q & Y-Troop (Signals)

On 6 June 1944, Arthur was in one of the landing craft which sunk after it received a direct hit from German mortar fire. Arthur was brought back to Portsmouth to recover and get refitted, and rejoined 47 Commando after the liberation of Port-en-Bessin in the Sallenelles area.

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