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What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Marine William Sparks DSM (1922-2002) "Cockleshell Hero" Bordeaux 1942 lived here Recorded plaque organisation: Loughton Town Council.
William Sparks DSM was a British Royal Marines commando, known as one of the "Cockleshell Heroes," for his participation in the Operation Frankton raid on Bordeaux in 1942 during World War II; he is remembered for his bravery and contributions to Allied operations.
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