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John Manners

English cricketer and naval officer (1914-2020) · United Kingdom · On the map · Athletes · Died at 105

John Errol Manners was an English first-class cricketer and Royal Navy officer. He served in the Second World War and held several commands, earning the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in the sinking of the German submarine U-1274 in April 1945 while commanding the destroyer HMS Viceroy.

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Marylebone Cricket Club1953
Hampshire County Cricket Club1947-1948
Hampshire County Cricket Club1936

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Country
United Kingdom
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1914 to 2020 · aged 105