John Bridge: The Physics Teacher Bomb Disposal Hero

A physics teacher before the war, John Bridge volunteered for bomb disposal and received just one week of training. He was sent to disarm hundreds of unexploded booby-trapped mines across Britain, where he excelled and quickly volunteered for more dangerous work.

In Sicily, he worked days without rest to clear 200 underwater mines from the harbor—one operation requiring 20 hours of nonstop diving. His success led to critical missions on the beaches of Normandy and the bridge at Nijmegen.

Calm, thoughtful, and intelligent, Bridge routinely volunteered for the toughest jobs. His bravery saved countless lives and made him the first person awarded a Bar to the George Cross.

Valor is in you. Set it free.