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L/Cpl. George Sydney "Hodgy" Hodkinson
British Army 257 Field Company, 3 Platoon Royal Engineers
from:Gwent
I am trying to find anyone who is still about who knew my Grandfather. I have a certificate which belonged to him:
For Gallantry. This is to certify that 2141093 L/Cpl George S. Hodkinson was a member of 3 Platoon 257 Field Company R.E. at the Battle of Caen and the Oine Bridgehead in July/August 1944 and that he shares the Honour with the Platoon Commander-in-Chief's Certificate for Gallantry which was awarded to the Platoon Commander Lieutenant F.A.A.S. Younge, R.E. on behalf of the whole Platoon. Signed Major R.L. Commanding Officer 257 Field Company R.E.