
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Robert Taylor GC 1920 - 1950 Robert Taylor who lived here all his life. Killed trying to stop armed robbers at Lloyds Bank, Westbury on March 13th 1950. He was awarded the George Cross for bravery Recorded plaque organisation: Bristol Council.
Robert Taylor, a bank clerk from Westbury, was posthumously awarded the George Cross for attempting to thwart armed robbers at Lloyd's Bank in 1950, sacrificing his life in the process. His act of bravery during the robbery has made him a local hero and an example of courage under extreme duress.
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