Kenneth Nelson 'Hawkins' (Changed to Drinkall in the late 1930s) was born in June 1916 in Hull. His Mother's maiden name was Betty.

He married Florence Tuttle under his birth surname in July 1934

In 1939 he was living in Hull and his occupation is listed as 'Agricultural Holding'. War Diary from the date of his wounds state: Further movements reported from area of enemy tanks, and a patrol returned after successfully blowing railway lines. Lt Drinkall (D Company) was wounded.

Kenneth left the Army with the rank of Major - his Service No. changed slightly to P/251850.

His medals were awarded in 1979.

Kenneth died in 2003 in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, at the age of 86.

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