Countdown to July 1st - Forgotten Hero - The Tommy Ricketts Story

FORGOTTEN HERO is the story of Newfoundland and Labrador World War One hero Tommy Ricketts. Just 17 when he earned the British Empire's Highest honour, the Victoria Cross. Ricketts was the First World War's youngest recipient of the medal.
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A CBC NL story from reporter Jonathan Crowe. First aired on CBC NL in November 11th, 1999
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[@rickettybones63]

I am proud to call this great hero a relative. A young man full of bravery and the will to protect his fellow man. A strong testament to the strength of a Newfoundlander

[@alexanderip1003]

He deserves a Heritage Minute (due to his gallantry which made him the Youngest VC Recipient)

[@andrewwebb-trezzi2422]

Canada is proud of you.