Date of birth:

November 17th, 1917 (Portsmouth)

Date of death:

June 3rd, 1944

Nationality:

British (1801-present, Kingdom)

Capt. Blake MC was killed during operations against the enemy held island of Brac.

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Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Temporary Lieutenant

Unit:

No. 43 Royal Marine Commando

Awarded on:

June 27th, 1944

Citation (general):
"For leadership, gallantry and devotion to duty while serving with Royal. Marine Commandos in Italy."

• - https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/34782/page/604
  - https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/36583/supplement/3040
  - Commando Veterans Archive
  - Lectern & Pulpit - St. Faith's Church, Havant