James A "Benny" Goodman of Nottingham, enlisted with The Parachute Regiment 17 April 1956.
He served with the Middle East Land Forces 24 September 1956 to 19 February 1957 and again 17 June 1958 to 25 October 1958.
James was a keen footballer. He once played for Aldershot town FC whilst he was stationed there.
He transferred to the Reserves after having plastic surgery performed by Sir Archibald McIndoe.
Images and information kindly supplied by Alan Goodman (son)
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