Michael Willetts
Michael Willetts, GC (13 August 1943 – 25 May 1971) was one of the first British soldiers to be killed during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, and the recipient of a posthumous George Cross for his heroism in saving lives during the Provisional Irish Republican Army bombing which claimed his own. The Harvey Andrews song "Soldier" commemorates Willetts' sacrifice.
You can find people similar to Michael Willetts by visiting our lists Deaths by improvised explosive device in Northern Ireland and Deaths by improvised explosive device in the United Kingdom.
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| Date of birth | 13 August 1943
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| Place of birth | Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
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| Date of death | 25 May 1971
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| Place of death | Springfield Road Police Station, Belfast
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