Cfn S.Farrelly REME assisted by Spr Swiz Swierzy RE and Capt. Bryson RA circa 1974
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Major Alexander Colson MBE
This photo was taken whilst he held the rank of Captain. Photo courtesy of John Robertson www.specialforcesroh.com
Royal Engineers
Small Operations Group.
Combined Operations Pilotage Parties
Naval Party 740 ( COPP 8 ).
Service no. 226289.
August 1944. Op.Frippery,Sumatra. MBE.(LG 36994, p1541) (WO373/97/310)
October 1944. Op.David,Arakan. MiD.(LG 36994, p1572) (WO373/97/227)
4 October 1960 Retired (Major)(Royal Engineers)
Ordained in Church of England
died 29.6.2007 age 85.