Lieutenant Roy George Herbert DCM, MM, died during operations in Normandy, France. Son of David and Alice Herbert; husband of Janet Craig Herbert, of Plymouth.

Roy George Herbert, a Monmouthshire man, was educated at Blaina Central School, his home being at Largs, Scotland. When the Commandos were formed he volunteered and was attached to No.3 Commando. 1943 selected for officer training, commissioned 21 July 1943. Re-joined No.3 Commando in Italy. 

When the Commando returned to the UK after Normandy he was reluctantly attached to the training staff at the CBTC, Achnacarry, along with fellow No 3 Commando Officer's Majors' John Pooley and Brian Butler.

Brigadier Durnford-Slater issued the direct order "I was determined that those Commandos who had in previous operations taken the most consistent risks, should be placed in safer employment." However after continuous pleas to be allowed to re-join the Commando, the Brigadier agreed and all 3 returned. The three officers were among the many who were later killed during the Normandy landings.

1940 (Private) awarded the Military Medal for gallantry whilst serving with the 5th Northants at Oudenarde.

"On the night of 21st May two sections "A" Company were ordered forward to assist "D" Company. Pte. Herbert was in one of the sections. On arrival he was told that 2nd Lt. Pemberton was lying out in front of the post near the canal. He went to the officer's assistance and found him to be seriously wounded. He attended to the officer and dragged him to the shelter of a nearby house. He then returned and fetched the stretcher bearers from "A" Company and assisted them to get the officer to the regimental aid post. All this time the post was being heavily shelled and machine gunned." 

Lance Sergeant Herbert M.M., No 3 Commando, was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal for gallantry during the raid at Vaagso, Norway. Part of the citation reads "Throughout the operation he showed great determination, initiative, organising ability, and powers of leadership. His personal gallantry and drive set an inspiring example to those under him".