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7888782 Sergeant Michael Joseph Elliott MM

Killed/died of wounds/other causes as the result of operation ‘Market’

We are keen to hear from anyone who is a relative or knows anything about Sergeant Michael Joseph Elliott MM

Please don't hesitate to contact us so we can share the story of this brave man.


Born on:
Died on: 18 Sep 1944
Died at: Battle of Arnhem
Aged: 25
Buried at: First buried near the restaurant Ginkel South (Ede), now Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery 17.C.15.

Rest in Peace Sergeant Elliott MM:
11th Bn. Parachute Regt., A.A.C.


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