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This blue commemorative plaque records: Lieutenant Dennis Arthur Copperwheat GC. Awarded the George Cross for heroism displayed on 22nd March 1942 whilst serving on HMS Penelope. He led a party of men to scuttle a burning ammunition ship. This averted potential damage to the Valletta Grand Harbour during the Siege of Malta, June 1940-December 1942. Lived at 46 Park Avenue. Recorded plaque organisation: Rushden & District History Society.
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