What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: Honouring Ernest Barker GM Awarded the George Medal for bravery after fighting a fire on an ammunition train following an air raid on Bridlington 11th July 1940. His heroic actions no doubt saved countless lives Recorded plaque organisation: Northern Rail.
Ernest Barker was awarded the George Medal for his bravery in fighting a fire on an ammunition train during an air raid on Bridlington in 1940, likely preventing a catastrophic explosion that could have resulted in numerous casualties.
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