Fus. Herbert Dixon, No.2 Commando 5 and 6 troops.

Herbert Dixon, known as 'Bert', or to some Commandos as 'Herbie', was initially in 6 troop of No. 2 Commando. Late 1943 when the Commando was restructured he was moved to 5 troop. There are group photos of him and others in the 5 troop album. Photos and information courtesy of Tim Huelin.

Herbert Dixon was born on 11th August 1916. He joined the BUFFS on March 15th, 1940. He volunteered for, and was attached to, No.5 Independent Company. He later again volunteered to join the newly formed No.2 Commando under Lt. Col. Newman. He served with No.2 Commando for the remainder of the war. Post war aged 75 he wrote his memoirs and these are now included in our 'Letters' album located in the gallery titled Letters, Documents ,Reports, Maps, Certificates.

Our thanks to his grandson Tim Huelin who has provided all the photos and information. Tim adds " Bert passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at home in December 1999 at the age of 83. I can also honestly say that he was the kindest and funniest bloke that I've ever had the honour of knowing certainly not the soldiering type, but I suppose not many were."

To read the Memoirs of Herbert Dixon click here