George Cledwyn Arthur
- Died:
- 28 August 1941
- Age:
- 29
- Rank:
- Police Constable
- Force:
- Anglesey Constabulary
- Cause:
- Drowned
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- George Cledwyn Arthur received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Roll of Honour Citation
Drowned while attempting to rescue the crew from an RAF bomber aircraft that had crashed into the sea. Posthumously awarded the King’s Commendation for Brave Conduct.
Police Memorial Tribute
Drowned, along with ten other people, while making several unsuccessful attempts to rescue the three-man crew from an RAF bomber aircraft that had crashed into the sea off Rhosneigr during a gale. PC Arthur was in the second of four boats launched, all of which capsized in the stormy seas. Posthumously awarded the King’s Commendation for Brave Conduct.
