Date: 01/06/2020
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Owner: Pete Rogers (Admin)
Cpl Fred James Farrington, 30 Assault Unit, RM
[Photo courtesy of his son Cliff Farrington].
Served in 30 Commando Assault Unit 'X' Troop (CH/X103708). Previously served on HMS Warspite. Post war served in the Royal Fleet Reserve from October 1948 to November 1960. Member of the Commando Association from Wellingborough.
His son Cliff adds, "Fred served on HMS Warspite, joining the ship at Bremerton Navy Yard a few days after Pearl Harbour, before volunteering for 30 AU. In later life, he discovered the Commando Association and would always attend monthly meetings in Northants and the yearly get togethers. He was also a member of the Warspite Association."
