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Alex Runacres volunteered for airborne forces during World War II while serving as a Corporal.He qualified as a military parachutist on course 89, which ran at RAF Ringway from 28 October to 9 November 1943.  The course notes record that he was 'above average, dependable leader'.

He was posted to the 13th Parachute Battalion and served in NW Europe.

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