Mne. Ronald Simmons

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40 Royal Marine Commando, Royal Marines

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Date: 14/04/2013 Views: 3393 Owner: David Davies

Mne. Ronald Simmons

Ronald Simmons, a Metal Trimmer from Essex, enlisted into the Royal Marines on 14 February 1939. He served on HMS Southampton engaged in North Sea Patrols before volunteering in 1942 for the newly raised 'RM Commando' (later re-designated 40RM Commando). Marine Simmons was wounded and a prisoner of war on 19 August 1942 during operations at Dieppe France. Post war served in Palestine, rank Corporal.

Ronald Simmons
b. 08-12-1921
d. 11-02-1976

Date: 27/05/2020

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Ronald Simmons

40RM Commando. Photo courtesy of his son Matt.

Date: 27/05/2020

Letter to family of Mne Ronald Simmons advising he was missing

Courtesy of Matt Simmons.

Date: 27/05/2020

Mne. Ronald Simmons, Squad photo

Photo courtesy of his son Matt.

Date: 27/05/2020