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Biography
Rifleman Patrick McGill served with the 2nd Battalion, Royal Ulster Rifles and landed on Sword Beach on D-Day, 6 June 1944. His unit fought through the Normandy bocage and was involved in the fierce battle for Caen. He was mentioned in despatches for his actions during the assault on a fortified village near Tilly-sur-Seulles. He was killed by a sniper during the advance on Falaise in August 1944. His brother, also serving in Normandy, survived the war and returned to Belfast.
Biography (Russian)
Стрелок Патрик Макгилл высадился на пляже Сорд в день Д 6 июня 1944 года в составе 2-го батальона Королевских Ольстерских стрелков. Погиб от снайпера при наступлении на Фалез в августе 1944 года.
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- ★Mentioned in Despatches
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