Morning, Researching Maurice FANTHAM Marine PO/X 114817 40 Royal Marine Commando, Royal Marines Maurice was mortally wounded on 10 October 1944 during an attack on Sarandë, Greece and succumbed in Bari on 13 October 1944. Would anyone have a detailed description of the attack or the War Diary, by any chance, please, which may indicate exactly how Maurice was wounded. I am aware he received shrapnel wounds in his pelvis, groin and abdomen. Many thanks, Regards, Graeme
Hi Gus. WOW !!! Many, many thanks for the information above, really appreciate your time and trouble in finding that for me, Regards, Graeme
You can download the WW2 War Diary of 40 Royal Marine Commando, Royal Marines, for free at the National Archives 40 Commando 1942 Feb.-1945 Sept. | The National Archives