Mr William Cookson
01 Jan 1888 - 23 Nov 1957
Biography
He married Alice Rennison in 1926.
Postings
| Unit or location | Role | Posted from | until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Brunton Outstation | Operator | Unknown | 20 Jul 1944 |
Occupation
Estate manager
Career
Cookson was recruited alongside Harry Jackson in Newcastle. It is believed he was singled out due to his friendship with the Mitford family, who headed both Scouts and Guides in the area, giving links to already skilled observers. How many were recruited is not known. The Mitford estate was occupied by the army during the war. Owner Bertram Mitford had died in 1939 and his cousin, the Revend Edward Mitford, who inherited the property did not move in until after the war.
Address
Meldon Park, Morpeth, Northumberland
Other information
In 1943 he was appointed as Ashington's Alderman.
References
The Newcastle Journal 20 Jun 1945
Blyth News 3 Sep 1945
Stephen Lewins