LCpl Robert Cockin, No.2 Commando 4 Troop

Lance Corporal Robert Cockin, aged 22 from Stockton, took part in Operation Chariot, the raid at St Nazaire 28 March 1942. He embarked on Motor Launch ML 267 which was hit by enemy fire and sank. Robert Cockin was reported missing later confirmed wounded and prisoner of war. [Photo courtesy of Michael and Sandra Hymer (nee Cockin)].

Robert Cockin.
b. 09.01.1917 Stockton on Tees.
d. 09.12.1977 Belfast.

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