John Edward Brooks (photograph; medals)
Item
Title
John Edward Brooks (photograph; medals)
Who?
John Edward Brooks
Item(s)
A photograph of John Edward Brooks; medals.
Story
John Edward Brooks is Juliet Brooks’ father in law. He was born in 1892 and died in 1974, and was from Lincolnshire. In the First World War, Brooks received the 1914-15 Star Medal, the British War Medal 1914-1920 and the First World War Victory Medal. He also served in the Second World War and was awarded the African Star, the Defence Medal and War Medal. Lastly, Brooks was given the General Service Medal (Army and RAF) 1945-46.
When?
1914-1918
Where?
Various locations on the Western Front
Contributor
Juliet Brooks
Collection Day
Our Lady's Abingdon, 09/03/2018
This item was submitted on November 5, 2018