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The Italians had capitulated while the force was still at sea. The sinking of HMS Abdiel by a mine in the harbour, however, r...
Private Percy Henry Elvin, son of Maria Elvin, of Bethnal Green, London, served with 156th Parachute Battalion.He took part in the Italian campaign during Autumn 1943.
Private Elvin died on 11 September 1943, aged 19 years old. He is now buried at Bari War Cemetery, Italy.
Service History
- 1943 156 Parachute Battalion (Private)
