André Kempster
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Major André Gilbert Kempster, GC (26 October 1916 – 21 August 1943), born André Gilberto Coccioletti,[1] was awarded the George Cross posthumously "...in recognition of most conspicuous gallantry in carrying out hazardous work in a very brave manner" for an act of self-sacrifice in Algeria during the Second World War.[2]
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André Gilbert Kempster | |
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Birth name | André Gilberto Coccioletti |
Born | (1916-10-26)26 October 1916 Westminster, London |
Died | 21 August 1943(1943-08-21) (aged 26) Philippeville, Algeria |
Buried | Bone War Cemetery, Algeria |
Allegiance | United Kingdom |
Service/ | British Army |
Years of service | 1939–1943 |
Rank | Major |
Service number | 138804 |
Unit | 145th (8th. Battalion, The Duke of Wellington's Regiment) Regiment, Royal Armoured Corps |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | George Cross |
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