SUMMERS, John Edward
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Rank:
Colour Sergeant
Unit / Base:
3 Commando Bde. Air Squadron
Regiment/Corps:
Royal Marines
Service:
Royal Navy
Service Number:
RM19083
Honours & Awards:
Citation: On 1st June 1970 in Trengganu, Malaysia, seven Gurkha soldiers were injured in a traffic accident whilst taking part in an exercise. All seven required urgent medical attention and the circumstances necessitated air evacuation. The rescue was carried out by Colour Sergeant Summers and Sergeant Watson each piloting helicopters in appalling flying conditions. Both pilots showed great flying skill and devotion to duty throughout the three hour operation.
Sources
London Gazette 45210, page 11173.
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